Category Archives: Commercial Law

Criminal Records and “Spent Convictions”

Posted on September 3, 2010 by admin

An interesting article appeared in the Newcastle Herald (Wednesday, 25 August 2010) “Bail for woman guilty of drunken vexatious call.” The article is significant, not for the nature of the offences for which the Defendant was convicted, but notably in … Continue reading →

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Overloading & ‘Chain of Responsibility’ Legislation

Posted on August 20, 2010 by admin

Background On 30 September 2005 the Road Transport (General) Act 2005 (NSW) (“the Act”) commenced. The Act introduced “chain of responsibility” requirements in the transport industry. Its effect was to broaden the responsibility for safety compliance across the entire transport … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Nick Pidcock – Commercial Lawyer

Posted on July 23, 2010 by admin

Nick joined the Burke Elphick and Mead Team back in April this year. He is now heading up our Commercial Law Team.       Nick’s experience in the profession spans some twenty years and includes working in each facet of the … Continue reading →

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The Trade Practices Act and Workers Compensation – Conflicting Entitlements?

Posted on May 7, 2010 by admin

Where a Corporation, in trade or commerce, supplies goods that are manufactured by it and the goods has a defect that causes injury to an individual, that individual may recover compensation from the corporation for their injury. This principle is … Continue reading →

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Potential Penalties for Company Directors

Posted on March 12, 2010 by admin

It is important for Company Directors to appreciate the extent of their duties and obligations under the Corporations Act 2001 and Income Tax Assessment Act 1936. The Australian Taxation Office is able to pursue Directors personally for unpaid PAYG amounts … Continue reading →

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