Set up an employee share or option scheme
Set up an employee share or option scheme We will design a scheme that gives your team real upside without handing them a tax bill they cannot pay. Most employee share schemes have been intended for about a year before they exist. The reason for the delay is almost always the same. The tax treatment […]
Put your employment contracts on a sound footing
Put your employment contracts on a sound footing We will bring your employment documents up to date, so the terms you rely on are the ones that actually apply. Most businesses are using an employment contract somebody adapted years ago from something else. It has been copied for every hire since. In that time the […]
Unfair dismissal vs general protections: what employers need to know
You’ve just dismissed an employee who wasn’t performing. Two weeks later, you receive an unfair dismissal claim. Then another letter arrives, a general protections claim for the same termination. Your stomach drops. Which one is worse? Can they do both? And how much could this cost you? You’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Australian […]
Unlawful termination – what employers need to know
The recent case brought by reporter Antoinette Lattouf against the ABC highlights the risk to employers of mishandling dismissals, especially where protected attributes, such as political opinion, are in play. These days, employers are expected to be more than just providers of work and income. Stakeholders will often demand that a business embodies certain values […]
Profit sharing without equity: rewarding staff without giving away your business
If you are a business owner looking to reward loyal staff and align incentives, but not ready to part with equity, a profit-sharing arrangement might be the answer.
What legal issues do you need to look out for in 2025?
With the coming of a new year come new ideas, plans and goals. Sometimes these may come about because of a change in circumstances and needs. In other cases, these may be a necessary undertaking due to a change in law, regulation or requirements. Here are some legal issues that we think will be hot issues in 2025 and our tips to help you navigate them.
Payroll Tax Amnesty for Medical Practices in South Australia
Payroll tax applies when the total wages expense for a business equals or exceeds $1.5 million in a financial year. Medical clinics in South Australia have not previously been paying payroll tax for payments made to General Practitioners (GPs) who provide services to those clinics. However, recent case law and rulings have changed that. However, […]
How to Deal With A Dishonest Power of Attorney in NSW
It is increasingly common practice to have a Power of Attorney drafted alongside your Will. Most people wish to ensure that, should they become incapacitated, someone whom they trust will be able to sign documents for them and make informed decisions about their financial affairs. It makes good sense. Generally, Powers of Attorney are not […]
Redundancies and Recourse for Executives
Unfortunately, in the course of your employment, things won’t always go your way. Although you might have worked incredibly hard throughout your career to reach an executive position, sometimes a business will undergo organisational changes which mean that they offer you a redundancy. You may feel hard done by in these circumstances, but it is important to understand your entitlements, and the limitations of your circumstances.
6 steps to a successful redundancy
Redundancies come with a unique set of rules that must be followed carefully. Failing to do so puts employers at risk of facing an unfair dismissal claim from their employees. Get informed and protect your business by following these steps.