Key Takeaways The new Bankruptcy Regulations 2021 (Cth) (Incoming Regulations) commenced on 1 April 2021. The Regulations substantively update the Bankruptcy Regulations 1966 (Cth) (Sunsetting…
Pragma13 April, 2021
Key Takeaways The Fair Work Amendment (Supporting Australia’s Jobs and Economic Recovery) Bill 2021 has been passed by Parliament, albeit in a significantly compromised form…
Pragma23 March, 2021
On Sunday 28 March 2021, the Moratorium on Evictions and Prohibited Actions under the Commercial Tenancy (Covid-19 Response) Act 2021 (WA) (COVID Response Act) will…
Pragma12 March, 2021
The Court’s broad discretion regarding penalties for breaches of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) which was on display in a recent case when it…
Pragma12 March, 2021
The recent UK case of Uber BV and others (Appellants) v Aslam and others (Respondents) UKSC 5 is being hailed as a landmark case for…
Pragma25 February, 2021
The Australian Government has introduced new laws targeting illegal phoenix activity (Phoenixing). From 18 February 2021, company directors will be inhibited from backdating their resignation…
Pragma19 February, 2021
With Perth returning from lockdown this week, now more than ever it is crucial for employers to understand how to navigate the immediate and ongoing…
Pragma8 February, 2021
The Federal Government has recently announced that it will soon be introducing harsh penalties for individuals who participate in online trolling and for companies who…
Pragma8 February, 2021
The Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Bill 2020 (WA) (Bill) was introduced into the WA Parliament on 23 September 2020. The Bill sought to…
Pragma8 February, 2021