In late November 2020 & Legal reported on the NSW Court of Appeal decision in relation to business interruption insurance policies (refer to our earlier “News” article)....
Across the globe governments and employers are grappling with the idea of mandating compulsory COVID-19 vaccinations with the aspiration of achieving ‘herd immunity’ against the pandemic....
Royal Life Saving reports that Summer drownings are on the rise at 2.5 times the rate of this time last year. The following information seeks to ensure that pool owners are aware that their pool and/or spa meets safety standards and to take the necessary...
It is the nature of law that when reporting on it, generally, we are speaking after the fact. So, imagine our surprise when an article that we circulated in the & Legal 2018 Winter client newsletter edition forewarning that the intemperate use of Emoji’s may invite...
The & Legal article “Property Development Brief – 2020 In Review” reported inter alia that the HomeBuilder Grant would cease on 31 December 2020....
Businesses Win Important First Round Decision. In mid-April 2020 at the height of the Covid-19 crisis & Legal was receiving regular calls from landlord clients seeking advice on whether the exclusion clauses relating to their business interruption insurance would prevent a claim for loss of...
Our office will remain open until Christmas Eve Thursday, 24 December 2020. After what has been a very unusual and tough year for everybody, clients and staff alike, & Legal will take an extended closure in order to recharge the batteries and hit the ground full...
In a further move to create a post-Covid19 stimulus to the economy and to future proof for the anticipated surge in post-pandemic migration, governments around Australia are considering a move towards Build-to-Rent (BTR) adding further diversity to the housing options available in Australia....
To say that the 2020 calendar year has been tumultuous would be an understatement. State and federal governments introduced reform agendas aimed towards increasing public confidence in the building and construction industry by delivering compliant and safe buildings that perform to expected standards over the...
Generally, around this time of year we would be putting together our recommendations of Do’s and Don’ts with respect to office Christmas parties, and social gatherings with clients. COVID-19 and the fun police have changed all that and we suspect that this year very few...