IP Law in Australia
Do you want exclusive rights to a certain product or service? Look no further, this guide helps you protect your ideas in a commercial setting.
4 Bite-Sized Points on Trademarks
Do you believe that your distinctive business logo or symbol is secured from competitors? Do you currently violate existing rights? Here are the four key things that you must know about trademarks and protecting your business. 1. Why Do I Need A Trademark? A trademark is any word, name, symbol, design, phrase or logo that you […]
You Know It’s Time to Incorporate When…
Incorporating a startup business is a big decision, and requires careful research and planning. This article will help you map out your startups future and enable you to understand the benefits of incorporating.
Follow Up: Lawpath’s Free Bullying & Harassment Webinar
Our Webinar by Michael Cosgrove provided great insight into how businesses can deal with their workplace bullying issues.
Australia’s New Privacy Laws
On 12 March 2014 the Australian Government introduced new privacy laws known as the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
Public Servant Loses Sex Injury Compensation Case
The High Court has upheld an appeal against a woman being able to claim workers’ compensation for injuries sustained while having sex after work.
Australia’s New Privacy Policy: How Does It Affect You?
Here’s some insights into the key areas that your company policy needs to address as a direct result of developments in the law.
Why legal matters when starting a Business?
When, why and how should you use the law when engaging in business practices. Read this article for a useful insight into the law and business.
Work Injuries and Dismissals – Be Careful
Terminating an under-performing employee is not unheard of. However, employers must be careful when doing this to avoid any false claims being made.
Termination From Negative Social Media Comments: Linfox Case
We wrote in 2011 about a FWA decision involving social media misuse by a Linfox employee. The case went on appeal and the FWA full bench delivered their decision in October, upholding the finding at first instance that the employee was unfairly dismissed and finding that the orders for compensation and reinstatement were appropriate in […]
Coalition’s IR Policy – What’s in It for SMEs?
The federal Coalition has formally released their Industrial Relations Policy (‘IR Policy’) which has since been followed by the Budget-in-Reply speech.
New Laws to Protect Workers – Update
Last week the Federal Government passed two new bills through the House of Representatives which provide greater protections for employees.
Small Business Fined $20k for Breaching Workplace Regulations
This recent case demonstrates that small businesses are not exempt from workplace regulations regarding payment of wages. Read about it here.
New “Fair Work Commission” Announced
‘Fair Work Australia’ (FWA) is no more. Now, the industrial relations tribunal will be known as the “Fair Work Commission”(FWC).
Employer or Contractor? Know The Difference & Avoid Fines
The Federal Magistrates Court this week found that a contractor was actually an employee, despite them providing invoices and having an ABN.
Social Media Platforms Used for Notification of Court Order
Justice Anne Ferguson of the Victorian Supreme Court recently ordered an interim injunction be issued – by way of social media.
Unfair Dismissal: Employee Loses After Soliciting Clients
Social media, beyond creating more social opportunities than ever before, also extends into the professional sphere. Here’s why employees should be careful.
Employer Liable: Failure to Investigate Sexual Harassment Claim
Learn about McCauley v Club Resort Holdings Pty Ltd (No 2) [2013] and the importance of investigating claims of workplace harassment.