The ATO’s booby trap exposed The ATO runs a record keeping hustle which you are already on the wrong side of. However, if you know about it you can, at least, not be surprised when it happens. A bit like…
What is GDPR and do I need to care about it? The European Union has introduced a General Data Protection Regulation (the GDPR). It is the EU equivalent of the Privacy Act and the Australian Privacy Principles. The GDPR came…
Defending Unfair Preference Payment Claims From Liquidators Not many people know that they could also be on the hook if one of their customers goes into liquidation. Liquidators have broad powers to recover payments made by companies under liquidation to their suppliers.…
Starting A New Business? Consider These 8 Points Before You Do You’re excited. You’re about to embark on a wonderful new opportunity – you’re starting a new business with a new business partner. You feel hopeful and optimistic. Nothing can…
Are Directors Personally Liable For The Debts Of An Insolvent Company? A company is a separate legal entity and has its own properties, duties and rights. The company can own and sell property and other assets, sue and be sued…
How To Respond To A Statement Of Claim Or Debt Collector You are probably reading this because you were served with a statement of claim or served court papers by a process server. Usually mail is unwelcome – ads or…