AI Is Now a WHS Issue in NSW. Are Employers Ready?
In an ever evolving AI landscape, the NSW Government is poised to pass Australia’s first WHS duty for digital work systems, which will directly impact any employers who use AI, digital platforms or algorithms. The Work Health and Safety Amendment (Digital Work Systems) Bill 2025 (NSW) proposes an amendment to the Work Health and Safety […]
Company Constitutions & Shareholders Agreements: When and Why?
Company constitutions and shareholders’ agreements serve different but complementary roles in governing Australian companies. While constitutions set the statutory framework for internal management, shareholders’ agreements provide tailored protections and commercial rules that help prevent disputes and protect shareholder interests. A well-drafted company constitution and shareholders’ agreement are indispensable tools for any company. Many business owners […]
Six Months Under the Property Law Act: What We’re Seeing in Practice
Queensland’s new Property Law Act has now been in operation for 6 months. Given the anxiety in the lead up to the commencement of the Act, we thought it timely to share our thoughts on the first 6 months of operation, and consider whether everyone’s worst fears have been realised. Teething Problems with the Seller […]
Landmark Agreement Restricts AI Use: What It Means for Employers
A new enterprise agreement between Private Media and the Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance, approved by the Fair Work Commission in December 2025, restricts the use of AI in editorial work. The agreement mandates human oversight, limits replacement of employees with AI, and requires workforce consultation before implementing AI governance frameworks. This development reflects growing […]
Lease Expired and No One Noticed? What Landlords Can Do
When a commercial lease expires but the tenant remains in occupation, the legal position is not always clear-cut. Depending on the lease terms and the conduct of the parties, the arrangement may continue as a holding over tenancy, transition into a periodic tenancy, or require formal steps to end or extend the agreement. It is […]
Business Succession: Would Your Plan Survive a Crisis?
Business succession planning in Queensland ensures control of your business passes as intended if incapacity, death or unexpected events occur. Without properly aligned wills, trust deeds, company documents and powers of attorney, even stable family businesses can face dispute and disruption. For many Queensland family business owners, succession planning is something they know they should […]
Working from Home Injuries: Where Does Employer Liability End?
Despite organisations and government departments rolling back work from home (WFH) availability, it remains a key element of many Australians’ work life. But if something goes wrong and an employee is injured at home while working — where does the liability lie? Where Is Work and Where Is Home? Australia has a harmonised framework of […]
Still Paying for Software Seats You Don’t Use?
AI is reshaping how businesses use software, often reducing reliance on traditional SaaS tools and per-seat models. This article highlights why existing SaaS agreements may no longer align with actual usage and what to review to avoid unnecessary cost. Software as a Service (SaaS) has become standard across most businesses, offering predictable pricing, easy deployment […]
Directors vs Shareholders: Who Controls a Company?
In family-owned and closely held businesses, it is common to assume that those who own the company are also the ones in control. Directors carry significant legal responsibilities under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and under the common law. The practical divide between director authority and shareholder power is often misunderstood. When governance boundaries are […]
Trade Mark Risk in Product Launches: Court Orders Withdrawal of 47,000 Gift Cards
When launching a new product, branding is often treated as a marketing decision. This case is a timely reminder that it is also a legal risk decision — and missteps can be swift, disruptive and costly. In Prezzee Pty Ltd v Epay Australia Pty Ltd [2025] FCA 1662, the Federal Court granted an urgent interim […]