by Quinns Blog | Sep 9, 2020 | Legal News, Newsletter Features
In a recent court case Federal Court of Australia Workpac Pty Ltd v Rossato, an employee that had previously been considered by their employer to be a casual employee was found not to be a ‘genuine casual employee’ and was therefore entitled to annual leave, personal...
by Quinns Blog | Aug 26, 2020 | Legal News, Newsletter Features
The taxpayer, trustee of the Mussalli Family Trust (MFT) was in the business of operating McDonald’s Family Restaurants. As part of this business, MFT entered into several lease agreements with McDonald’s Australia Limited (MAL). The lease agreements provided MFT with...
by Quinns Blog | Aug 18, 2020 | Legal News
New South Wales land held and purchased by a ‘foreign person’ is subject to the surcharge duties being the surcharge purchaser duty and surcharge land tax. A ‘foreign person’ includes individuals, corporations and trusts who are foreign. The State Revenue Legislation...
by Quinns Blog | Aug 5, 2020 | Blog, Employment and Human Resources News
Employers Beware of Unfair Dismissal The Case of Anderson v Theiss Pty Ltd [2014] FWC Material Facts Mr Anderson was dismissed from his employment following a work email he sent which was considered to be offensive to people of the Islamic faith. There were policies...
by Quinns Blog | Aug 5, 2020 | Blog, Employment and Human Resources News
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) and Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) have both played an active role in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. They have worked to vary modern employment awards to accommodate the need for flexibility and understanding in the workplace; as has...
by Quinns Blog | Jul 22, 2020 | Blog, Legal News
For the construction industry, adapting to COVID-19 has meant strict hygiene and safety practices have had to be implemented into everyday work. Below, we have delved into some of the key issues facing the construction industry now. Shortage of Skilled Labour Force In...
