When can an employer deduct from my wages as an employee?

Generally, an employer is NOT allowed to deduct from an employee’s wages unless they are authorised by the employee, the modern award or by a Commonwealth law. The deductions that are allowed are specified under section 324 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (‘the Act’)....

What is the maximum number of partners a Partnership can have?

The Corporations Act 2001, Section 115 provides: A person must not participate in the formation of a partnership or association that:                      (a)  has as an object gain for itself or for any of its members; and                      (b)  has more than 20...

Should I use a Deed or a Contract?

Nicholas Seddon observes in Seddon on Deeds (The Federation Press, 2015), 19: “As a general principal, a contract should be preferred over a deed if there is a choice.”