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Category: Disputes and Litigation
What is an Equity Holders Agreement and Why do you need one?
Tegan Milne – SolicitorCommercial and Succession Planning If you’re a business owner or considering starting a business, an Equity Holders Agreement is an essential document that can safeguard the interests and clarify expectations of stakeholders in the business. An Equity Holders AgreementAn Equity Holders Agreement (or shareholders’ agreement) is an arrangement between equity holders – …
Common law public highway – the foundation of what makes a road
Kate Taylor – Solicitor, Local Government, Planning and Litigation In the matter of Anderson v City of Stonnington [2017] VSCA 229 the Court of Appeal (“VSCA”) considered multiple pertinent issues in relation to dealings between Local Councils and private landowners over old laneways. The principles deriving from this case are, however, applicable to dealings over roads …
Employee or Contractor? And why it’s critical for business owners to know the difference.
Shaun Stephenson – Solicitor, Commercial and Succession Planning You often hear of high profile businesses being under scrutiny for underpaying their staff or being subjects of employment claims due to incorrect staffing engagement. This can occur in any industry from supermarkets to airlines. No matter how large or small your business is, if you are …
5 steps to take when buying a business
Tegan Milne – SolicitorCommercial and Succession Planning The below 5 steps are only a few of the steps we recommend you take when getting ready to buy a business. Understand how the business is performing – your Accountant will be integral in helping you understand the business financials, however it is important that you also …
Beck Legal Commercial Law team – helping your business succeed
Darcy Bibby – Solicitor, Commercial and Succession Planning As commercial lawyers for both the Swan Hill and Bendigo community, Beck Legal’s commercial team is both diverse and essential to supporting the local business within both regions. Our commercial team handles a wide range of legal matters on a day-to-day basis. This variety allows us to …
The Pulitano Case – a reminder of the weight of consideration behind administrative procedure in Local Government
Kate Taylor – Solicitor, Local Government, Planning and Litigation The lengthy process of administrative decision-making might seem frustrating, and even unnecessary at times. Those in the know, we’re sure, are no stranger to this perception. However, as Pulitano Pastoral Pty Ltd v Mansfield Shire Council [2017] VSC 421 (27 July 2017) (“the Pulitano Case”) reminds …
Mediation in Litigation – the way forward
Kim Bainbridge – Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution The course of litigation in our courts has changed significantly in recent times. The whole thrust now is to move all litigation in our courts to a compulsory mediation between the parties at the earliest opportunity. There is a very high rate of success of cases …
Building disputes and identifying practical resolution opportunities
Brody McDowell – Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Cracked walls? Poor landscaping? Cupboards out of alignment? Dodgy plumbing? Getting your building issues fixed doesn’t always need to involve a court/tribunal. There are many opportunities to resolve along the way. If you have already attempted to resolve your issues directly with your builder, the first step …
Navigating Civil Litigation? Learn How a Lawyer Can Assist You and Break Down the Costs!
Breanna Heaysman – Associate, Local Government, Planning & Litigation What does a Civil Litigation Lawyer do? The aim of a civil litigation lawyer is to resolve their client’s dispute as promptly and as cost effectively as possible, usually by way of settlement. Your lawyer is someone who will be able to represent and protect your …
The Importance of Superannuation in Estate Planning
Nathan Scott – Solicitor, Succession Planning According to the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia, there was $3.9 trillion worth of assets held in superannuation at the end of the March 2024 quarter. Superannuation can represent a significant portion of an individual’s wealth and many people overlook the importance of superannuation in their estate planning …