Australia has declared 22 September 2022 as a national public holiday, in honour of Queen Elizabeth II.
Employers are often confused about their obligations in relation to public holidays, including whether they can ask their employees to work on a public holiday and how much to pay their employees for public holidays (whether they work on the day, or not).
Read MoreHave the Agent or your solicitor write up the basic terms of the Contract as agreed with the Buyer (ie. purchase price, deposit, conditions the parties want – ie. subject to finance, building and pest, due diligence, subject to sale of buyer’s property, etc, record if the crop and/or plant and equipment are included or excluded from the sale, settlement date)
Read MoreIf you ever find yourself in the position of police executing a search warrant at your address, the below points will make the experience easier and protect your legal position.
When the police first arrive
Immediately indicate to police that you want to speak with your lawyer
Allow police to execute the warrant
From this Friday 1 July, 2022, the high income threshold, compensation cap and filing fees for unfair dismissal claims will increase…
Read MoreRemember our tips last week on how to use an electric scooter (‘e-scooter’) lawfully? This past Monday the Queensland Transport Minister announced new e-scooter rules coming into effect from 1 November, 2022 to improve safety…
Read MoreThe Fair Work Commission (FWC) has granted a 5.2% wage increase to minimum pay and award wage workers from 1 July 2022.
Read MoreHave you noticed all the electric scooters (or ‘e-scooters’) around Mackay City the last few days? From 8 June, 2022 e-scooters are being trialed in Mackay for a period of 12 months. But there are some rules you must follow…
Read MoreDeciding whether or not you should apply for bankruptcy can often be a confusing and daunting task, and there is much to consider. It is integral that you understand what implications you may face and make an informed decision.
This article will explain what bankruptcy is and some of the common advantages and disadvantages of declaring bankruptcy.
Read MoreIn the last article we discussed what rights and obligations you had as a landowner to deal with residential tenants’ property after they moved out. Now we will explore what landowners’ rights (and obligations) are when a commercial tenant for farmland leaves property behind on your land and what you can (or can’t) do with it.
Read MoreToday, we will explore what landowners’ rights are when a tenant leaves personal property behind on your land and what you can (or can’t) do with it.
War Story: John has an investment property that he rents to a young couple
In late December, the young couple’s tenancy agreement came to an end, and they subsequently vacated the property…
Read MoreMcKays Solicitors is delighted to welcome Senior Solicitor and former Police Prosecutor, Robert Beamish to the McKays Criminal Law team. With an extensive background in criminal and traffic prosecutions, Rob is able to defend clients in relation to all criminal and traffic law charges, including traffic and driving offences, drink and drug driving, restricted licences…
Read MoreAn issue for many who have recently contracted COVID-19 or are a “close contact” is what, if any, leave they are entitled to from their workplace during the isolation period.
As an employee, you are able to access accrued leave entitlements under your applicable award, enterprise agreement, employment contract, workplace policy and under the National Employment Standards.
Read MoreIt is with so much pride and excitement, that the Principals of McKays Solicitors announce the admission of a new director, leading commercial solicitor, Lloyd Stanger. It has been 7 years since McKays admitted a new Director so this is a monumental occasion. Lloyd manages our Property and Conveyancing Team…
Read MoreOn 7 October, BHP announced that it would be introducing a requirement for COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of entry for all visitors and workers to all of its sites and workplaces in Australia. Other large employers, such as Woolworths and major banks including Commonwealth and Westpac have also brought in similar policies for their staff.
Read MoreKaren’s son Paul had a drug habit. She left her estate to him on her death hoping he would use the money to undertake the drug rehabilitation programs he always promised to…
Read MoreIn order to prevent the use of false or fraudulent director identifies, from November 2021, directors will need to verify their identity as part of a new director ID requirement.
A director ID is a unique identifier that a director will apply for once and keep forever, even if they change companies, stop being a director, change their name or move interstate or overseas.
Read MoreRetail and commercial leases form part of many business transactions and commercial property is a popular investment choice. Whether you are a Lessor or Lessee, there is much to consider when entering into a retail or commercial lease.
Read MoreFrom 10 September, 2021 anyone convicted of a mid-range driving offence will be required to install an interlock in their vehicle after the disqualification period ends. Previously, this was only mandatory for high-range offenders or repeat offenders within a 5 year period. The alcohol ignit..
Read MoreChanges to the Fair Work Act relating to casual employees came into effect on 27 March 2021.
Read MoreThe High Court has overturned the Full Federal Court decision in Workpac v Rossato which was handed down in 2020 and had caused significant controversy around the engagement of casual workers.
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