Fairness and Good Faith: Court Examines AFCA’s Determination
- Published 20.05.2024
When does a liquidator need to seek approval under s477(2B) of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) to retain solicitors?
- Published 16.05.2024
A recent decision in the Supreme Court of Western Australia has shed light on the types of costs agreements and retainers that, before they are entered into, liquidators must seek approval from a court or creditors: Kitay v Frigger (No 2) (WASC 2024)
Key Takeaways
Don’t think it can’t happen to you!
- Published 13.05.2024
WA directors fined $5,000 each for failing to obtain a Director’s Identification Number.
As these things do, this decision turns on its own facts however the salient lesson for all directors of all companies, big and small, is that since 30 November 2023 you MUST HAVE a Director Identification Number.
Calculation of PIAWE absence from work a 'period of unpaid leave' - video
Secretary, Department of Communities and Justice v Stewart (NSWCA 2024)
Click below to watch a summary of the case and why Dane decided to write about it.
The meaning of 'discipline' when applying the section 11A(1) defence - video
Brennan v BWP (NSWPIC 2024)
Click below to watch a summary of the case and why Corinna decided to write about it.
Consent orders and judgments - video
Wright v State of New South Wales (NSWCA 2024)
Click below to watch a summary of the case and why Jayden decided to write about it.
Click here to read the full article.
Employers Liability Newsletter - April 2024
- Published 23.04.2024
Recent Decisions
Establishing facts critical in awarding finding in negligence
Macari v Snack Brands Foods Pty Ltd (NSWSC 2024)
Discontinuing proceedings has no effect on the determination of permanent impairment once a MAC is issued
Regency Realty Pty Ltd v Arzoumani (NSWPIC 2024)
Employer and third-party contractor escape liability where worker’s credibility and expert reports rejected in evidence
- Published 23.04.2024
Discontinuing proceedings has no effect on the determination of permanent impairment once a MAC is issued
- Published 23.04.2024