Every Queensland business owner who enters a company with others is told to get a shareholder agreement. And they should. A well-drafted shareholder agreement is
From 1 July 2026 super must be paid every payday. For company directors the personal liability stakes under the DPN regime are changing fundamentally. Here is what Queensland directors must know.
When a debtor company fails, unsecured creditors frequently recover cents in the dollar — if anything at all. But creditors who have properly registered their
The ATO issued over 84,000 Director Penalty Notices in 2024-25 — a 136% surge. With 30 June approaching, learn what DPNs mean for your personal liability and the critical 21-day deadline.
Three major 2026 Corporations Act changes — mandatory sustainability reporting, the new ACCC merger control regime, and digital asset AFSL requirements — reshape director obligations in Queensland. A practical guide to what changed and what directors must do now.
What Is Commercial Litigation? Commercial litigation is the process of resolving business disputes through the court system. It covers a wide range of disputes: unpaid
Shareholder Agreements in Australia: What to Include and What Happens Without One Most business partners who form a company together are optimistic. They get along
What Is a Construction Contract Dispute? Construction projects rarely go exactly to plan. Delays, budget overruns, scope creep, defective work, and unpaid invoices are endemic
What Is a DOCA Release Clause? When a company enters voluntary administration, creditors face a critical decision: vote for a Deed of Company Arrangement (DOCA)
⚡ Key Takeaways A garnishee order is a court order that intercepts money owed to a judgment debtor — from their employer or bank —
Director Disputes in Australia: The 7 Red Flags Every Shareholder Should Watch For Director and shareholder disputes are one of the fastest-growing areas of commercial
ASIC has doubled its investigations and is targeting directors’ duties, insolvent trading, and phoenix activity in 2026. What Queensland directors need to know to protect themselves.
