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The New South Wales Court of Appeal's decision in Tok v Rashazar [2025] NSWCA 94 provides significant insights into contractual obligations, the enforcement of share sale agreements, and the principles surrounding unjust enrichment. This case underscores the importance of adhering to contractual com...
In personal and business relationships alike, large sums of money often change hands informally. When disputes arise, courts are frequently called upon to determine the true nature of such transactions. The recent decision in Kempe v Grine [2025] NSWDC 227 shines a spotlight on the legal complexitie...
When it comes to planning your estate, many people assume that a basic will or a do-it-yourself kit will suffice. But as the Supreme Court decision in Perry v Perry [2021] NSWSC 1669 reveals, inadequate estate planning and a lack of legal guidance can lead to decades of dispute, fractured families, ...
When family and business interests intersect, the consequences can be legally and financially significant. The Supreme Court Court of Appeal decision in Pamplin v Irwin [2024] NSWCA 213 illustrates how informal arrangements, unclear ownership structures, and a failure to document agreements can resu...
The Fair Work Commission’s recent decision in Hooper v Shahbod Pty Ltd [2025] FWC 1624 reinforces a vital truth in employment law: small business and probationary employment do not exempt employers from fair process. The case involved the summary dismissal of a barista during a probationary period—a...
The Supreme Court of New South Wales' decision in Cong v Shen (No 3) [2021] NSWSC 947 addresses complex issues surrounding the administration of estates, the role of executors, and the application of equitable doctrines such as resulting trusts and the presumption of advancement. This case provides ...
The Federal Court of Australia's decision in Hallam v Tancred [2024] FCA 837 addresses critical issues surrounding the misclassification of employment relationships under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (FWA). This case underscores the legal consequences of inaccurately designating workers as independe...
Why Estate Planning Demands Legal Precision
When planning your estate, good intentions aren’t enough. In fact, as seen in the recent Federal Court decision in Hallam v Tancred [2024] FCA 837, informal agreements, unwritten understandings, and trust between close parties can lead to costly and prolo...
In the recent New South Wales Court of Appeal decision Thynne v Sheringham [2023] NSWCA 181, the Court has once again clarified the complex intersection of mutual wills, constructive trusts, and caveatable interests. This case offers valuable lessons for estate planners, beneficiaries, and practitio...
Complex property transactions often involve layered agreements, evolving negotiations, and personal guarantees that expose directors and their spouses to significant personal liability. The Queensland Supreme Court's decision in Symx Land Developments Pty Ltd v Pugh [2025] QSC 137 provides important...
In a recent Supreme Court of New South Wales decision, STM123 No. 16 Pty Ltd v Wang [2025] NSWSC 444, the Court considered the financial consequences of a purchaser’s failure to complete an off-the-plan luxury apartment purchase. With a purchase price of $16.5 million, the case illustrates the serio...
In a recent decision handed down by the New South Wales Supreme Court, Yin v Maalouf [2025]Â NSWSC 450, Justice Peden dealt with a complex corporate dispute involving an allegedly sham Share Purchase Agreement, misleading conduct, and the improper use of ASIC filings to alter directorship and shareho...
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