Estate planning is complicated, but the professionals can help
In addition to managing all of one's assets effectively in the present day, another key aspect of financial health is being able to plan for the future. What will happen when you're no longer around?…
Read more Understanding the different types of power of attorney
One of the most important components of estate planning is appointing an attorney, but what many people don't realise is that there are two different types. Knowing what separates one from the other…
Read more 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta: Why is it still important?
This year marks the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta, one of the most important documents history has produced. But why does it still matter for Queensland's modern-day lawyers? The Magna Carta…
Read more Is it possible to write my own will?
Wills and estates can be one of the most complex areas of law . Preparing a will in place is just one component in the estate planning process, nevertheless, it is an important one. People are often…
Read more What legal protection do tenants have under a retail lease?
Many businesses rent commercial space in order to conduct their business from a physical location. Often this takes the form of an agreement between the landlord (i.e. a commercial lease). However,…
Read more Extra caution urged among Queensland motorists
Motorists throughout Queensland have a duty to ensure they take extra care as they travel during the September school holidays, the state government has warned. Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey…
Read more Queensland leads the nation in business confidence
Organisations across Queensland are confident about the future and current business conditions, according to the results of a new poll. National Australia Bank's (NAB) monthly Business Survey for…
Read more Reasons to compile a business succession plan
Putting together a succession plan should be high on the agenda for any business, but why is it so important? It's not uncommon for companies to go through periods of change. They might be bought…
Read more Employees find it increasingly difficult to switch off
The line between personal and work life is becoming increasingly blurred, as employees find it more difficult to switch off once they leave the office. Findings from Roy Morgan Research show that not…
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