Dealing with it. NSW Priority Notice Reg....

Nov 28, 2016

One of the most recent changes to conveyancing practice in NSW has been the introduction of priority notices in electronic conveyancing. On 1 October 2016, Part 7B Priority Notices (ss74S-74Z Part 7B) of the Real Property Act 1900 (NSW) (RPA) came into effect. At this...

Movember!

Nov 14, 2016

ERA Legal are proud to support Movember by growing some of the grandest mo’s to have ever graced 45 Clarence Street. If you would like to support men’s health and our Movember team please click here. Our team features the follicles of Carl Anderson, Aaron...

ASIC puts the microscope on contractors

Nov 12, 2016

Since 2014, ASIC’s surveillance program aimed at eradicating illegal phoenix activity has been broadened to focus on the use of false statutory declarations in Australia’s building and construction sector. The concern voiced by small businesses, industry bodies,...

Some troublesome terms under the new unf....

Nov 11, 2016

The Treasury Legislation Amendment (Small Business and Unfair Contract Terms) Act 2015 (Cth) (the Act) comes into effect on 12 November 2016.  The purpose of the Act is to protect small business and effectively extends existing unfair contract term protections which...

AFSA Releases September Quarter Personal....

Oct 24, 2016

On 14 October 2016 the Australia Financial Security Authority (ASFA) released its statistics relating to personal insolvencies during the September 2016 quarter. In general, personal insolvencies have risen 1.1% during the September quarter. Specifically: Bankruptcies...