Receiving a Concerns Notice under the Defamation Act 2005 (Qld) can be daunting, particularly if you are unfamiliar with your rights and obligations. A Concerns Notice is a formal notification from a person or entity claiming…
Contesting a Will QLD: The Essential Guide to Family Provision Applications
If you have been left with inadequate provision from a deceased’s estate, understanding your rights is the first step toward a resolution. This guide explains the legal grounds, the strict time limits, and the legal process…
Unreasonable Director-Related Transactions – What You Need to Know
When a company enters liquidation, the conduct of its directors and the transactions they authorised come under scrutiny. One of the most significant tools available to liquidators is the ability to unwind an unreasonable director-related transaction…
De Facto Director vs Shadow Director: Understanding the Difference
In modern corporate governance, influence does not always follow title. Individuals who informally step into a leadership role or who exert control from behind the scenes may find themselves treated as directors at law, even if…
Director Penalty Notices (DPN’s) and NILA: What Queensland Directors Need to Know
Company Directors have significant obligations and responsibilities required on them under Queensland law. Part of these responsibilities is ensuring that the company’s goods and services tax (GST), withholding tax and superannuation guarantee charges are paid correctly…