Shadow Director and Passive Director Liability in Australia: What You Need to Know in 2026
Key Takeaways You do not need to be named on ASIC records to be a director. Section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) captures
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Key Takeaways You do not need to be named on ASIC records to be a director. Section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) captures
Early legal advice in a commercial dispute is a strategic decision that changes outcomes, preserves evidence, and manages costs exposure. A guide for Queensland business owners.
⚡ Key Takeaways Chapter 2E of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) governs related party transactions for public companies, requiring member approval before financial benefits are
Key Takeaways Insolvent trading liability under section 588G of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) is personal — directors, not just the company, can be sued.
The Federal Court penalised ASX Limited $20.5 million for misleading statements about its CHESS project. Here is what every Australian business needs to know about misleading conduct liability and penalties.
Key Takeaways ASIC can disqualify a director for up to 5 years under section 206F of the Corporations Act without a court order — and
The ATO is actively auditing trust distributions to bucket companies using section 100A. Boss Lawyers explains the legal risks, what triggers an audit, and what to do if you receive an amended assessment.
Misled in a Queensland business sale? Boss Lawyers explains what constitutes misleading and deceptive conduct in business transactions, what remedies buyers have, and how sellers can reduce their exposure.
Received a liquidator’s unfair preference demand in Queensland? Understand the good faith defence, running account principle, and 6-step response guide before you pay a cent.
ASIC v Bekier confirms the serious consequences of director duty breaches. Learn the lessons from this case and how to protect yourself. Get advice from Boss Lawyers.
If a company owes you money and it enters liquidation, you have legal rights under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) — including the right to
A Western Australian director was convicted by a jury in July 2026 on criminal charges under ss 184 and 206A of the Corporations Act. Here is what directors need to know about criminal liability under the Corporations Act.