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FYI @Social Media #Defamation Laws

Defamation laws exist to protect the reputation of individuals and businesses. Defamation is where something is published to lower the general opinion of, and cause damage to another person or business; this is illegal. Not surprisingly, as technology and social media...

Understanding NSW duty payments

Stamp Duty Key Points Duty, which is commonly known as stamp duty, is levied upon the sale of shares and property to cover the cost of the legal documents and processes of such transactions and is enforced by state governments. As a purchaser or borrower you may be...

Payroll Tax for the 2010-11 financial year.

The vast majority of businesses in Australia employ staff and payroll is usually one of their largest expenses. Payroll Tax is imposed on wages that are exchanged from the employer to the worker, and is generally applied to the annual payroll of employers or a linked...

SME Challenges in 2011

Every business faces challenges, especially SMEs (Small to Medium Enterprises). There are a few specific challenges that have been forecasted for the year ahead, which business owners are likely to encounter during 2011. If these are potential problems for your...

Changes to Fair Work Australia Rules & Forms

The new Fair Work Australia Rules 2010 and associated forms, which commenced on 1 January 2011, are available now. The interim Fair Work Australia Rules have been in place since the commencement of the Fair Work Act 2009 and since they are still relatively new, not...

Preparing for your day in court

The thought of going to court and giving evidence can make some people feel quite nervous or anxious. If you find yourself in a situation where you are required to attend court, it is recommended that you prepare by speaking with someone to get support, and seek...