NewLaw, A Breath of Fresh Air for the Legal Industry
With technological advancement comes change. The NewLaw space is increasing in popularity and, as all successful businesses know, it’s no longer survival of the fittest, it’s survival of the most adaptable to the ever-changing environment. A good friend and ex-investment banker once told me, it doesn’t pay to be first, especially in uncharted territory, but […]
Adverse Possession – The Sleeping Giant
Adverse Possession – The Sleeping Giant You may recently have come across in the media the case of a developer called Bill Gertos, who successfully took possession and subsequent ownership of a property he entered, occupied, and ‘held out’ out to be his own. This is a timely reminder to landowners that even though you […]
Enduring Power of Attorney – No Big Deal, Or Is It?
Enduring Power of Attorney – No Big Deal, Or Is It? You have just been asked by your elderly parents to become their attorney (representative) under an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA), as they need help with managing their finances. This EPA will allow you to use your parents’ money to pay bills and withdraw […]
Federal Government pledges $2 billion to SMEs in early 2019
Federal Government pledges $2 billion to SMEs in early 2019 – An election campaign carrot, but okay Following the NSW State Government’s underwhelming plan to cut back marginally on stamp duty charges, announced by Premier Gladys Berejiklian, the Federal Government has this week pledged to help SMEs with obtaining funding. The promise, delivered on 13 […]
To franchise or not to franchise?
PBL’s five key tips and traps for the franchisor Once upon a time there was a franchisor who decided to open up a range of franchises in several industries including cleaning, appliance rentals, business systems, and other goods and services. The franchisor thought these franchises were a good idea, but did not check to see […]
