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Underpaying employees can have serious consequences
Employers have been accused of underpaying their employees and falsifying payroll records. Learn more about how the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) safeguards employees and how businesses can ensure they are compliant.
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Federal government proposes new crowdfunding regulations
Treasury releases consultation paper on Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) for public companies, part of 2015-16 budget package. Restrictions and exemptions outlined, with comments due by August 31. Further details to be released later in year.
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How not to terminate for non-payment
A telecommunications carrier was held liable for almost $1.5M in damages for terminating a contract without scrupulously following the contractual process. In Lime Telecom Pty Ltd v Powertel Limited [No 1] [2008] NSWSC 324, the carrier refused to accept payment.
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Failure to redeem – default on redeemable preference shares
This article examines the legal issues surrounding Redeemable Preference Shares (REDP’s) and the consequences of a failure to redeem them. The remedies available to aggrieved shareholders are explored.
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Roll ups in M&A transactions explained
Roll Up and List strategy requires careful consideration of legal and financial structures. Dundas Lawyers discuss different techniques Acquirers can use to ensure success.
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Share vesting agreements – is compulsory acquisition a penalty?
Drafting a Share Vesting Agreement requires consideration of several factors, including securities, copyright, class of shares, taxation, congruence, Events of Default, issuing all shares, and Events of Default/Forfeiture clauses to avoid penalties.
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Shareholder disputes – a fight for control
Shareholder Disputes are a common issue for Australian proprietary limited companies. This article outlines the laws, tactics and remedies available to help resolve them.
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Queensland tech company exits
Brisbane and South East Queensland (SEQ) tech companies have seen major success in recent years, like Wotif.com’s A$703 million sale. For confidential advice on tech sales, contact Dundas Lawyers to learn more about achieving business success and exiting with a profit.
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Shareholder oppression – Victorian Supreme Court adopts pilot program to resolve oppression disputes
The Victorian Supreme Court has launched a pilot program to help resolve shareholder oppression disputes in a more efficient and cost-effective way. Find out more about the program and its implications for shareholders.
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