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Family Law Reforms Aim To Simplify Legislation And Address Family Violence
On 22 August 2024, the Albanese Government introduced the second stage of reforms to the family law system, being the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024.
Governor Healy Enacts Permit Extension Act of 2024: Boosting Development and Protecting Approvals
Effective immediately, the PEA extends the term of a wide array of permits and approvals in effect or existence between January 1, 2023, and January 1, 2025, for two years in addition to the lawful term of the approval.
Permission Letters Issued Under The Ukraine Visa Schemes Will Expire On 13 February 2025
When the Ukraine visa schemes were introduced by the UK Government, most of the visa applicants submitted their applications from outside the UK and then had to wait until their visa applications would be processed by the Home Office.
OAIC’s Decision A Warning Re Use Of Facial Recognition Technology
As has been widely reported in the media, the OAIC decision concerning the use of facial recognition technology (FRT) by Bunnings Group is a salutary lesson in just how complex it can be to balance business need with legal compliance.
Thinking of a Drone for Christmas? A Guide to Drone Tech and UK Rules You Need to Know
A drone, in the simplest terms, is an uncrewed aircraft that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously through software-controlled flight plans. These devices come in various sizes and capabilities, from small recreational models to large industrial drones.
Prenuptial Agreement Held to Be Valid Waiver Of Spouse’s Statutory Right of Election
Generally, under New York EPTL 5-1.1-A, if a decedent is survived by a spouse, a right of election is given to the surviving spouse to take a share of the decedent's estate. Can a prenuptial agreement (“prenup”) waive that right of election?
The CTA Filing Deadline is Approaching. Is Your BOIR Filed Yet?
The clock is ticking—just 49 days remain until the one-year filing deadline for the Corporate Transparency Act! Entities established before January 1, 2024, must submit a beneficial owner information report by December 31, 2024.
Most Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Name Borrowing in Taiwan
In Taiwan, name borrowing is a prevalent practice where property ownership is registered under another person's name, allowing the actual owner to manage and use the property.
Post-Election Analysis for Immigration Programs
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals.
Home-Premise Liquor Licences: What You Need To Know Before You Pour
Are you thinking about starting an online liquor business from your home? Let’s explore the key considerations you need to keep in mind, especially when it comes to the rules and regulations.
New Ways To Prove Job Stability
To prove job stability, the following documents must be presented depending on the type of worker.
2024 Autumn Budget – Businesses and Business Owners
The Chancellor announced a set of changes to employers’ National Insurance (NI) contributions which look set to raise public funds, placing the burden of this on larger businesses while leaving small businesses largely untouched.
When Will Legal Documents Be Legitimately Served To A Taiwanese Defendant For Foreign Judgment Enforcement In Taiwan?
When a lawsuit is filed out of Taiwan against a Taiwanese defendant based in Taiwan, one of the most important questions will be how the legal documents can be served to the Taiwanese defendant legitimately.