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January 28, 2022 · Mingqiang
Buying Company Shares in Australia: The Essential Document Checklist You Must Keep
Compared to buying assets, taking over a company and its business by purchasing shares can make the handover much easier. This is because the underlying contracts with existing clients, suppliers and employees remain unchanged. However, risks still exist. Buying a company is never as simple as agreeing on a price. As a buyer, there are several important documents and steps to ensure you obtain lawful ownership of the shares, and the most important document is the share sale agreement.
January 27, 2022 · Mingqiang
My boss suddenly told me not to come in tomorrow and fired me on the spot — is this legal in Australia?
Little A was working as a graphic designer at a property company when, one day, his boss suddenly told him that because of the pandemic the company no longer needed so many designers, and that after handing over his current projects he didn’t need to come in anymore. Little A was unhappy and confused — by dismissing him with just a notice like this, was the company acting fairly and lawfully?
January 25, 2022 · Mingqiang
Sudden Death Without a Will: How Will My Estate Be Divided Among Spouse / Children / Parents / Siblings?
In traditional thinking, making a will is a relatively taboo topic. In Australia, however, making a will is a common legal act. If a person wishes their estate to be distributed according to their wishes after death, making a valid will is the only way to achieve this. With growing awareness of asset planning and wealth succession, many clients have recently been asking about Australian estate law. In this article we discuss how a person’s assets are inherited if they pass away without a will. We will also cover the legal issues surrounding wills in Australia in subsequent articles.
January 20, 2022 · Mingqiang
Injured on an Activity in Australia After Signing a Waiver — Can I Still Claim Compensation?
When taking part in certain recreational activities in Australia (such as Treetop, bungee jumping, etc.), you are sometimes required to sign a waiver. If you refuse to sign, you are not permitted to take part.
January 19, 2022 · Mingqiang
Restaurant Business Hit Hard by the Pandemic! Thinking of Selling? Here’s the Legal Knowledge You Must Know Before Selling!
Many small business owners have been affected during the pandemic, and many may be considering selling their business. If you are preparing to sell a business in Australia for the first time, it is important to note that throughout the process you will need to consult both a lawyer and an accountant, and fully prepare all documents required by both buyer and seller to help the sales process run smoothly.
January 18, 2022 · Mingqiang
Without a property agreement, how is property divided on divorce or separation?
Many people believe Australian family law is more protective of women, and so assume women will receive a larger share of property after divorce. Others think that if one party commits a serious wrong, such as an affair, the party at fault will be allocated less of the couple’s joint property, or required to pay corresponding compensation. In fact, both of these are misconceptions. Property division after divorce is based on many factors and standards. Today, we will walk through the issue of property division after divorce.
January 14, 2022 · Mingqiang
NSW Official Announcement: Rent Deferral and Waiver Period Extended for Commercial Tenants, Easing COVID-19 Impact on SMEs!
The further worsening of the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia has added yet more pressure on small and medium businesses that have already struggled through the past two years. Recently, to reduce the adverse impact of the pandemic on SME owners, the Australian government has introduced a series of measures to ease the burden on small and medium business operators. Under the latest policy dated 13 January 2022, the NSW Government has extended rent deferrals and waivers for commercial tenants with annual turnover below AUD 5 million.
January 13, 2022 · Mingqiang
A Legal Perspective on Djokovic’s Visa Saga | How Did He Win? Why Is the Immigration Minister So Conflicted?
On Monday this week, Djokovic won his appeal at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA). After several hours of legal argument, the court hearing decided to quash the decision to cancel Djokovic’s visa. Judge Anthony Kelly said that Djokovic had not been given sufficient time to speak with Tennis Australia officials and his lawyers in order to respond to the notice that his visa was being cancelled.
December 23, 2021 · Qiqi
Thinking of working and studying part-time in Australia? Lodge onshore to gain AAT appeal rights and other benefits — even a “troubled history” can be saved!
Australia reopened its borders on 15 December, and many work-and-study students are already planning their trip, with some having already arrived. The Australian Prime Minister and the states of NSW and Victoria — which have stronger economies and larger populations — have repeatedly stressed the need to adapt to living with the virus and to maintain an open policy, with no intention of returning to lockdowns. NSW, Victoria and the ACT have now scrapped the 72-hour home-quarantine requirement for overseas arrivals. The current rules require a test within 24 hours of arrival that returns a negative result, and another test on day six after arrival that also returns a negative result. NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet said this week that if adjustments genuinely need to be made, the government will act, but it will not reconsider reimposing mandatory mask mandates or restrictions on large gatherings — people must now take responsibility for themselves.
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December 15, 2021 · Mingqiang
[Must-Read for New Dog Owners] A Legal Guide to What You Can and Can’t Do!
Many people dote on their cats and dogs as treasured family members, working for their furry masters by day and scooping litter by night. They don’t mind going hungry themselves, but their pet’s water must be fresh and flowing.