…and can unknowingly quickly develop a nicotine addiction. Recent studies also suggest that the use of e-cigarettes by both primary and secondary students in Australia is increasing. Accordingly, we can…
…beneficiary. Tax considerations The taxation of superannuation death benefits depends on several factors, including the deceased’s age at death, the beneficiary’s age, and the benefit components. Tax-free component This component…
…is a fundamental connection between their work and the judge’s determination of a case. And this legal immunity appears to apply to a doctor who gives incorrect ‘medical opinion’ evidence…
…are and possible workers compensation rights and entitlements for these injuries. What is a consequential injury? A consequential injury is one in which an initial work related injury has materially…
…common law claim? A common law damages claim is made under the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017 (NSW). A common law claim involves commencing an action against a negligent party….
…to confirm their entitlement for the exemption. These changes will affect organisations that: are not registered as charities with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission; and currently self-assess each year…
A recent decision by his Honour Justice McDougall emphasises that where an Adjudicator in an adjudication under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) (“SOPA”) doesn’t…
…(a government agency) accessed information on an employee’s personal Facebook account and used that information as part of an investigation into alleged misconduct on social media by that employee –…
Published on April 11, 2017 by Peter Punch and Emily Regidor An employer’s records on an employee are, at least at present, not protected under privacy legislation. They are, after…
…please contact Adrian O’Dea (Partner) on 02 8226 7307 or aodea@codea.com.au, Daniel O’Brien (Associate) on 02 9291 7185 or dobrien@codea.com.au or Lara Piercy (Associate) on 02 9291 7189 or lpiercy@codea.com.au…
…Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation and Public Liability Compensation last year. “It is very gratifying to have Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers’ standing in the legal profession independently acknowledged in this…
…standard of legal practice provided to our clients in personal injury and compensation, and I am very pleased that the Firm and so many of our people have been recognised…
…individual lawyers on the recognitions. “Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers has a well-earned reputation for client service and excellence and the latest Doyle’s Guide compensation rankings confirm that high standard of…
…only create tension, or that it would be appropriate to make provision for those who are less fortunate. This article explains how you can give a gift to a charity…
