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📝 [AU] Is your business up-to-date with the latest employment law changes? In our recent webinar, Employment Law Update for In-House Counsel, experienced LegalVision employment lawyers James True and Joel Hayden explained how key changes like the Right to Disconnect, contractor vs. employee distinctions, and updates to casual employment will impact your business and how you should stay compliant. Read the key points below. You can watch the full webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gH2Qu_Kp #employmentlaw #inhousecounsel #righttodisconnect

🗣️ [AU] Is your business grappling with an employment dispute? LegalVision’s Guide to Employment Disputes will help you manage conflicts and avoid legal pitfalls.  Here are three tips from it to help you resolve issues swiftly: 📚 Understand your obligations: Familiarise yourself with the Fair Work Act, modern awards, and employment contracts. Stay informed about unfair dismissal, wage underpayment, and discrimination laws. 💬 Engage in Clear Communication: Address concerns early and be transparent in your communications with employees to prevent misunderstandings and escalation. 🤝 Prioritise Mediation: Opt for conciliation via the Fair Work Commission to reach a timely and cost-effective resolution, avoiding lengthy litigation. Download for free now: https://lnkd.in/gbxba9DW #employmentlaw #AUbiz #disputes

💡 [AU] Is your brand adequately protected against imitation and misuse? Join us for our in-person event as part of NSW Small Business Month 2024, with LegalVision’s Rebecca Jones and IP Australia’s Tracey Berger. They will be covering key ways to strengthen and protect your brand for long-term business growth. You’ll learn: 🌟 How to ensure your brand is unique and stands out in the market 🛡️ How a trade mark protects your brand from competitors 🔍 Checking that your trade mark is available and enforceable 💼 Practical steps to protect and enforce your trade mark Event Details: 📅 Date: Wednesday, 23 October 📍 Location: 8/241 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills, NSW 2010 🕕 Time: 6 pm - 7:30 pm AEDT Register today: https://lnkd.in/g_8hihbQ #sydney #brandprotection #aulaw #aubiz

📢 [AU] If you are in franchising, did you know the Franchising Code of Conduct will change in 2025? The Australian Government has released draft laws proposing significant updates to the Code following a review earlier this year. These changes could have a big impact on franchisors and franchisees alike. Key updates include: 💼 New rules around return on investment and compensation. ⚖️ Additional restrictions and penalties for termination and legal costs.  📑 Updated requirements for the disclosure process. For more details on the changes and how they may affect your business, read our full summary by Senior Franchising Lawyer Cameron Graf here: https://lnkd.in/gWCREztp #franchise #auslaw #compliance

🎉 Congratulations to Helen Young on her 4-year anniversary with LegalVision! 🎉 With over a decade of experience as a corporate tax lawyer, Helen has been an invaluable asset to our team, becoming a go-to advisor for businesses navigating complex tax law issues. Her expertise spans tax-effective structures for corporations, start-ups, and SMEs, ensuring clients are well-positioned for success. Looking for tax advice tailored to your business? Connect with Helen Young on LinkedIn to explore how she can support your company’s tax strategy. #TaxLaw #CorporateTax #BusinessGrowth

⚖️ [AU] Is your business keeping up with employment law changes? With key updates now in effect, staying compliant is crucial to avoiding hefty fines and protecting your workforce. LegalVision’s 2024 Key Employment Law Changes will help you navigate the changes and safeguard your business. Three vital tips to ensure you're on top of the latest employment laws include: 🧑🎓 Master the New Definitions: With casual work and employee classifications now redefined, reviewing contracts and worker statuses is critical to avoid penalties. 💬 Stay Transparent and Communicate: As new rights like the Right to Disconnect take effect, clear and open communication with your team can prevent disputes and legal issues. 👥 Revise Policies and Act Proactively: Implement updated policies on wage compliance and sexual harassment prevention to ensure your business is prepared for the new legal landscape. Download for free now: https://lnkd.in/gxanTKhK 🌟 We also have an upcoming webinar on “Employment Law Update for In-House Counsel”. Join us on Tuesday, 15 October at 11 am AEST. Register now:  https://lnkd.in/gnftbsRh   #employmentlaw #lawchanges #smallbusiness

🚀 As a startup founder, are you confident your legal foundations are solid? Last night’s full-house event on Startup Legal Essentials was a great success! A big thank you to our expert panel—Stephen Drysdale, Sophie Pemberton, and Thomas Linnane—and our MC Dhanu Eliezer for delivering insightful, practical advice on key legal topics every startup needs to know. From selecting the right structure for tax benefits to protecting your business and brand, it was an engaging evening of valuable takeaways and networking. 💡Key insights from the event included: Business Structure: Ensure your structure aligns with your growth plans for tax and legal benefits. Workers: Contractors may be considered employees under key laws; ensure you comply to avoid penalties. Contracts: Prevent disputes by clearly outlining each party’s obligations and staying compliant with tax/employment laws. Intellectual Property: Register your trade marks early to protect your brand and IP rights. + Get legal advice early on. 📅  Want more tips on building and protecting your brand? Join us on Wednesday, 23 October, at 6 pm for our exclusive in-person event with IP Australia. Register today: https://lnkd.in/g_8hihbQ ⚖️ Need legal assistance? Request a free consultation with our team today: https://lnkd.in/gWdUPFvM #nswsmallbusinessmonth #auslaw #tax #contracts #trademarks

💼 [AU] Are you starting your business the right way? LegalVision's Startup Manual walks founders through all the critical legal steps to launch and scale a startup. Three key tips for structuring your startup include: 🏢 Dual Company Structure: Set up a holding company to protect your startup’s key assets, like intellectual property and capital, from operational risks. 📑 Discretionary Trusts: Use a discretionary trust to protect your shares and for tax planning, offering flexibility in distributing income. 💼 Vesting Shares: Ensure founders’ shares vest over time, protecting your company from issues if a founder leaves early. Start on solid ground - download our Startup Manual today: https://lnkd.in/gccuAs8 🌟 We also have an upcoming in-person event on “Startup Legal Essentials: Getting Your Business Off the Ground”. Join us on Wednesday, 9 October at 6 pm AEDT. Register now:  https://lnkd.in/g-h-hfR2 #startup #founders #entrepreneurship

[AU] Staying up to date with employment law changes is crucial for in-house counsel to ensure their organisation remains compliant and their workforce is protected. With recent updates to the Right to Disconnect, contractor classifications, and casual employment conversion, it is more important than ever to be informed. To help you stay across these developments, LegalVision is hosting a free webinar on ‘'Employment Law Update for In-House Counsel'. Join us on Tuesday, 15 October, at 11 am AEDT when James True (Practice Group Leader) and Joel Hayden (Practice Leader) explain: + how to address the Right to Disconnect;  + reviewing independent contractor arrangements in light of the new employment definition; and + recent changes to casual employment and conversion. Following the webinar, there will be a live Q&A. If you cannot make it, you can still register, and we will send you a copy of the recording. You are also eligible to receive a free legal consultation. Lawyers may consider claiming this webinar as an educational CPD activity. As the CPD scheme is self-assessed, we leave it to attendees to assess whether the webinar extends their knowledge and skills in areas relevant to their practice. LegalVision does not provide certificates of completion. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gnftbsRh #employmentlaw #workplacerights #contractors

🔐 [UK] Are you worried about data breaches? LegalVision’s Personal Data Breach Notification Factsheet provides crucial steps to manage breaches and protect your business. Here are three tips to help you stay on top of a data breach: ⏲️ Notify the ICO within 72 hours if there's a risk to individuals. 🔒 Notify affected individuals only if they’re at high risk and provide them with clear actions to protect themselves. 🛡️ Implement a Data Breach Response Plan to minimise the impact by quickly recovering data and restricting system access. Download the factsheet today: https://lnkd.in/gFzfDN5P ⭐ We also have an upcoming webinar on “How to Prevent and Manage a Data Breach in Your Business”. Join us on Tuesday, 8 October at 11 am BST. Register now:  https://lnkd.in/dQdSuJus #GDPR #DataProtection #CyberSecurity #Compliance