3 things to consider when creating an employee contract
Employee contracts are essential for any business looking to expand and take on new staff. These legally binding documents will spell out exactly what you need to provide as an employer and the…
Read more Increase in property sales in Greater Brisbane and Redlands
There is growing confidence in the Queensland property market, according to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ). REIQ's 2014 Queensland Market Monitor (QMM) which was released in June 2014…
Read more Australians need better work-life balance
Businesses in Brisbane and Redlands should pay attention to the findings of the 2014 Organisation for Cooperation and Development's (OECD) Better Life Index. The index ranks the 34 OECD countries.…
Read more Directors under the spotlight in recent appeal case
A recent appeal to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal of Australia has highlighted the very real risks that directors face when overseeing the operations of a business. The appeal was made by two…
Read more Dispute resolution becoming easier for small businesses
When small-business owners run into problems with other companies over a commercial contract, it can be difficult to know where to turn to. Obviously, contacting a lawyer is a good start. Our lawyers…
Read more Saturday marks the beginning of Seniors Week
Last Saturday marked the beginning of Seniors Week in Queensland. Seniors Week celebrates the older people in Queensland and the contribution they make to the wider community. Seniors Week is…
Read more Victorian businesses audited by Fair Work Ombudsman
More than 200 Victorian businesses are being checked out by the Fair Work Ombudsman to make sure they are complying to federal workplace laws. The employers have all previously been found to be in…
Read more How can divorce affect retirement plans?
Retirement is normally seen as a person's golden years - when they get to kick back and relax after a life of hard work. However, the transition to retirement can also be a stressful one, with people…
Read more New guidelines for small businesses facing legal action
In a small business, there are a range of different factors that can affect growth. Not only do small businesses have to grow quickly if they want to thrive in a competitive market, they also have to…
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