Recent Changes to Duty Laws in NSW
The New South Wales government has just passed the State Revenue and Fines Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Act 2022 (NSW) ‘the Amending Act’, which introduces a number of changes to the state’s taxation system and amends several legislations including Duties Act 1977 (NSW) ‘the Duties Act’.
Website Terms of Use
If you run a website, it is highly advisable to have a website “terms of use” which may also be called “Terms and Conditions”.
A website terms of use typically covers the following issues:
Tips for Doctors Appearing as Witness
If you are a doctor, this blog post provides some helpful tips on instances where you are called as a witness
Small Businesses and Consumer Laws
Find out what consumer laws are in place to protect your customers and your business, including guarantees, refunds and advertising.
Company Constitution
What is a company constitution, why was it created and how can you use one in your business?
Is my shop covered by the Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW)?
In NSW, the Retail Leases Act 1994 (“RLA”) regulates the leasing of retail premises.
Procedures of a retail lease in NSW
If you are a business owner, it is likely that at some point, you need to enter into a lease to run your business. If your lease is considered a “retail lease” within the definition of Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW), the Act applies.
Child Support or Maintenance
Generally, Child Support is money paid by one partner to the partner who is primarily supporting the care of the child.
It is important to note that both parents are responsible for financially supporting the child.
Divorce
A divorce legally constitutes the end of a marriage, and generally requires certain things.
Director Identification Number
On 1 November 2021, the Director Identification Number regime went live. ‘Treasury Laws Amendment (Registries Modernisation and Other Measures) Act 2020 (Cth)’ requires that all company directors must obtain a Director Identification Number (“DIN”).