News | Page 3 of 17

28 02, 2019

Retailers Unexpectedly Included in Royal Commission Clampdown on Car Dealerships | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

Rachel Endacott2019-03-11T12:40:43+10:00February 28th, 2019|Uncategorised|

The Financial Services Royal Commission released their final report on 4 February 2019, with some recommendations coming as a surprise to the retail industry. The Report has [...]

1 02, 2019

High Court Decision: Wife Tax Debt Can Shift to Bankrupt Husband in Divorce Proceedings | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

Rachel Endacott2019-07-18T16:35:04+10:00February 1st, 2019|Tax Law & Disputes, Uncategorized|

In the recent case of Commissioner of Taxation for the Commonwealth of Australia v Tomaras & Ors [2018] HCA 62, the High Court ruled against the Australian [...]

11 01, 2019

Four New Year’s Resolutions Every Business Should Have to Avoid Legal Drama in 2019 | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

Rachel Endacott2019-02-01T14:43:15+10:00January 11th, 2019|Helpful Hints|

The beginning of the new year often provides exciting opportunities to set goals for change and growth. Each new year, many of us promise ourselves we will [...]

19 12, 2018

Consumer Law Update: Can You Return Faulty or Unwanted Xmas Gifts? | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Holiday News

Rachel Endacott2019-01-11T11:59:48+10:00December 19th, 2018|Australian Consumer Law|

When it comes to Christmas gifts, they often say that it’s the thought that counts. Despite this, time and time again, many of us are left wondering [...]

30 11, 2018

Are Verbal Agreements Enforceable? | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

admin2019-07-30T12:44:19+10:00November 30th, 2018|Business Contracts & Agreements|

Most of us are familiar with the implications of a written contract. However, some people may be surprised to learn that, in Australia, enforceable agreements don't have [...]

20 11, 2018

How to Avoid Illegal Questions When Interviewing | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

admin2018-11-20T00:00:00+10:00November 20th, 2018|Employment Law|

Efficient, reliable employees form the backbone of every successful small to medium sized enterprise (SMSE). In contrast, unmotivated employees can be a real obstacle to success in [...]

17 10, 2018

Power of Attorney – What You Need to Know | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

admin2019-02-01T14:12:40+10:00October 17th, 2018|Estate Planning|

A Power of Attorney is a document that appoints another person to act on your behalf and make decisions in relation to your property and financial affairs. [...]

16 10, 2018

What Happens to Employees in a Business Sale? | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

admin2019-03-15T11:56:26+10:00October 16th, 2018|Buying and Selling Businesses, Uncategorised|

Selling or buying a business is an exciting, multi-step process involving careful organisation and planning. With so much to juggle and consider, it is easy to get [...]

3 10, 2018

New Casual Conversion Clause Means Casual Workers Can Now Request to Become Permanent | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

admin2018-10-03T00:00:00+10:00October 3rd, 2018|Employment Law|

In one of our previous articles, we discussed the recent decision of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) regarding when a casual employee is considered “casual” in the [...]

13 09, 2018

Bunnings Criticised for “Banking” Employee Hours to Avoid Paying Overtime | Newcastle & Sydney | Butlers Law News

admin2018-09-13T00:00:00+10:00September 13th, 2018|Employment Law|

Leading hardware retailer, Bunnings Warehouse, has been criticised for sending employees home during quiet periods and “banking” their hours to be called up during busy times. The [...]