Statutory Demands – A Complete Guide
Refresher on setting aside a statutory demand for a company debt. Some temporary but significant breathing room was given to companies who received statutory demands issued under...
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Adjudication under the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017
Payment disputes are an all too common and recurring theme in the building and construction industry. Fortunately, the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (Ql...
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A Guide to Legal Professional Privilege
It is a common misconception in legal practice that all communications passing between a lawyer and their client is subject to legal professional privilege and therefore, not requi...
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Practical Advice for when your DPN arrives
With the recent increased activity of the Australian Taxation Office, specifically the launch of (a rumoured) 50,000 warning letters to directors to get their company’s affairs i...
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Directors Beware - DPNs on the Way
During the COVID-19 pandemic, struggling businesses were afforded some breathing space to deal with creditors and unpaid debts, including taxation obligations. The Australian Ta...
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Bankruptcy and the 139ZQ Notice : What You Need to Know
What You Need to Know About a 139ZQ Notice What is a 139ZQ Notice?A trustee in bankruptcy will utilise his/her powers pursuant to the Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Cth) (Act) in the admini...
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Your SMSF in the New Insolvency Regime
In January 2021, the government introduced changes to the insolvency framework in an effort to better support Australian small business facing financial difficulties. The changes...
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Djoker’s Review: What exactly is judicial review and what are the consequences?
So much has been said in the media this week about the outcome of Novak Djokovic’s application to the Federal Circuit Court for a judicial review of the decision to cancel his vi...
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Christmas Party Etiquette: A Guide for Employers and Employees
It’s that time of year again and we have put together a general survival guide for both the employer and employees tackling some of the most common questions received by employme...
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New Director Identification Number
Recent changes to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)have brought in new requirements for directors of all Australian companies and entities registered through the Australian Securitie...
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Elder Abuse and Undue Influence: Contesting the Will
A significant way for someone to be impacted by elder abuse is where a family member, friend or carer helps an elderly or vulnerable person to change their will. This may be con...
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Red Tape Relief
On 6 October 2021, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), by way of the ASIC Corporations (Amendment) Instrument 2021/506 implemented measures aimed at reduci...
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Think before you post – Instagram story found to be defamatory
The recent Queensland District Court case of BeautyFULL CMC Pty Ltd & Ors v Hayes [2021] QDC 111 is a timely reminder to all social media users to be careful with what they pos...
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Dying without a Will: It doesn’t always go to the spouse
Recent data suggests that more than half of all Australian adults do not have an up-to-date will. It is commonly thought that if a person dies without a will, the spouse receiv...
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A Cliff-hanger on Costs Orders: The Costs Consequences for Non-admitting Parties in the Preliminary Question of insolvency.
In the prosecution of unfair preference claims by a liquidator under the Corporations Act 2001, one of the necessary elements to establish is the date of insolvency of the compan...
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Statutory Demands and the New Minimum Threshold
As at 1 January 2021, there was an end of the operation of the temporary amendments ushered in by the Coronavirus Economic Response Package Omnibus Act 2020 (CERPO), and thus credi...
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Derek Cronin again named as one of Queensland’s Recommended Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyers
Derek Cronin again named as one of Queensland’s Recommended Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution LawyersDerek Cronin, partner of Cronin Miller Litigation, has again bee...
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Increase to statutory demand threshold announced
On 3 May 2021, the Federal Government announced a long- awaited and permanent increase to the statutory minimum threshold for statutory demands issued pursuant to the Corporations...
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CML's Exclusive Gin Networking Afternoon
Recently, the Cronin Miller Litigation Team joined forces with Collective Family Law Group and Element Business and Accounting Solutions to host VIP guests for a unique afternoon o...
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Worrells Gold Coast 2nd Annual Round Table
Last month, some of the team were invited to the annual Worrells Gold Coast Round Table Event and Partner, Stacy Miller, was invited as a panelist speaker to canvass the topic of T...
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Bankruptcy: Exploring The Section 73 Proposal
For those experiencing the unfortunate burden of bankruptcy, an arrangement made pursuant to section 73 of the Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Cth), a ‘Section 73 Proposal’, is often a fa...
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International Women's Day 2021
For International Women’s Day, Cronin Miller Litigation were proud to be platinum sponsors of Women of Influence and support their event which hosted 430 guests at the spectacula...
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Elder Abuse and Lack of Capacity: Contesting the Will
Lately, there has been an increase in discussions about elder abuse. Elder abuse is, very broadly, where an older person or a person who lacks capacity is taken advantage of by fa...
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When a Binding Death Benefit Nomination is not Binding
When mapping out your estate plan and nominating beneficiaries, it is important to remember that superannuation does not form part of a deceased estate upon the death of the member...
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15 years of Cronin Miller Litigation
Derek and Stacy and the team would like to thank all the friends of the firm who came together to kickstart 2021 and celebrate 15 years of the firm!The team, together with 90 local...
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Enduring Power of Attorney: Critical Changes
As we settle into a new year and leave 2020 behind, it is an ideal time to reflect and take the opportunity to plan for situations that impact our business, health and finances so...
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When the Testator loses the Last Word: Consideration of Family Provision Applications in Queensland
Family provision applications are arguably the most common litigious matters dealt with by an executor of an estate. Unfortunately, no matter how well the testator’s wishes have...
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Bankruptcy - New "Minimum Debt" for 2021
In case you thought there were not enough changes to Australian insolvency laws in 2020, a further reform has just been announced!From 1 January 2021, the minimum statutory thresho...
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Debunking the Costs Myth in Estate Litigation
It will come as a surprise to unsuccessful litigants in estate matters when burdened with an adverse costs order if practitioners have not properly advised them as to potential co...
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Stacy Miller is a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards 2020
Our Partner, Stacy Miller, has been recognised amongst Australia’s top female legal professionals in the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards 2020. Stacy was nominated and has been...
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Big Change for small business: the proposed ‘debtor in possession’ model
Last week the Federal Government announced it would be introducing reforms to the current insolvency regime directed at streamlining insolvency processes for small business. It p...
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Jessica Daniels makes Associate of our Firm
We are proud to announce the promotion of Jessica Daniels to the position of Associate. Jessica joined our team as a student in 2014 and worked with us for 2 years before sprea...
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Unfair Contract Terms: A ‘David & Goliath’ story for 2020
It is often the case that small businesses and borrowers will enter into contracts with their financial institutions thinking they have little to no negotiating power when it comes...
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Bankruptcy: Is Your Property at Risk?
Often the first question that arises when a spouse or family member becomes bankrupt is: what will happen to our home?Pursuant to section 58 of the Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Cth) (“th...
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Is your Superannuation Safe from your Trustee in Bankruptcy?
It is commonly known that the property of a bankrupt vests in the bankruptcy trustee upon appointment, however, a common misconception is that the bankrupt’s superannuation is sa...
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Tick-tock: Timeframes for Realising Property in Bankruptcy
The property of the bankrupt (including real property) vests in the Trustee from the date a debtor becomes bankrupt, being either the date a sequestration order is entered or the d...
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Presumptions of Undue Influence for Financial Attorneys
In tumultuous times such as fires, floods and pandemics (welcome to 2020!) it is not surprising that you are concerned to take steps that position you to be able to make decisions...
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Defamation Unravelled
There is no finite test to determine what is considered defamatory. A defamatory statement may be defined as one that is likely to cause an ordinary reasonable person to think less...
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Yes we know the date, but this is no joke, we are very excited to be sharing some good news!
We are proud to announce the promotion of Chelsey Grbcic to the position of Associate. Chelsey joined the firm in October last year and was quick to establish herself as an integra...
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Government to Target Illegal Phoenix Activity
Update: Legislation targeting Illegal Phoenix Activity given Assent The Treasury Laws Amendment (Combating Illegal Phoenixing) Bill 2019 has been enacted. The new offences conce...
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The Appointment of a Senior Associate & Two New Solicitors!
Cronin Miller Litigation has announced the appointment of three new staff members. We are pleased to welcome senior associate Andrea Joyce, solicitor Rachel Hamada and solicitor Ch...
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Derek Cronin named as one of Queensland’s Recommended Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyers
Congratulations to Derek Cronin, partner of Cronin Litigation Lawyers for being named in the 2018 Doyle’s Guide as one of Queensland’s Recommended Commercial Litigation & D...
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Stacy Miller Guest Speaker at International Women’s Day Breakfast
Stacy Miller touched and inspired many women during the Women of Influence’s sold out International Women’s Day Breakfast. Our very own Stacy was a guest speaker at the IWD bre...
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An "Ultra" Reminder of the Good Faith Obligation
The franchise industry has been under considerable scrutiny in recent times, evidenced by the 2018 Senate Inquiry and the increased activity of the Australian Competition and Consu...
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Derek appears on Happy Lawyer Happy Life Podcast
Recently Derek was interviewed by Clarissa Rayward, Principal of the Brisbane Family Law Centre and advocate for life as a Healthy Lawyer. Clarissa’s regular blog and podcasts...
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Insolvency Law Reforms
The new Insolvency Law Reform Act 2016 (Cth) has now settled into place and legal and accounting professionals are now navigating through the new regime. The legislation which...
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Francina Cantatore Awarded National Office of Learning and Teaching Citation
Francina Cantatore, Special Counsel at Cronin Litigation Lawyers, was recently the recipient of a National Office of Learning and Teaching Citation at an awards ceremony held at...
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Cronin Litigation Lawyers - Running for Audrey
Cronin Litigation Lawyers are proud to be putting in a team to run in the Gold Coast Marathon and raise funds for Heartfelt, an organisation which gives the gift of photographic me...
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Running for Audrey - Thank You
With your generous support, Cronin Litigation Lawyers has raised $11,210.00 for Heartfelt!Thank you to all those who have donated and supported the amazing charity, Heartfelt, an o...
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Vinnies CEO Sleepout 2017
On Thursday 22 June, Derek Cronin will be sleeping on the concrete at CBUS Super Stadium as part of the Vinnies CEO Sleepout® 2017.It is well known that Derek is not usually one...
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Cronin Litigation Lawyers Celebrates it's 10 Year Anniversary
An event was held at the Hilton's Fix Bar on the Gold Coast on Friday, 15 January 2015 to mark the 10 year anniversary of Cronin Litigation Lawyers. The event was a celebration of...
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Unfair Contracts Legislation to Extend to Small Businesses from 12 November 2016
The new regimeUnfair contracts legislation is now set to apply to small businesses. Pursuant to the Treasury Legislation Amendment (Small Business and Unfair Contract Terms) Act 2...
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New Discovery: No Longer may we be Pirates in Private
On 7 April 2015, an application for the disclosure of individual internet protocol addresses (IP Addresses) of Australian internet users was heard in the Federal Court of Australia...
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The BCIPA Reform
After much debate, the Building and Construction Industry Payments Amendment Act 2014 (Qld) (the Amending Act) was passed in Queensland Parliament on 11 September 2014.The Act in...
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Cronin Litigation says 'Thanks for the Support'
A number of staff from Cronin Litigation Lawyers recently participated in the 10km run at the Gold Coast Marathon.Thanks to the support of clients, friends and colleagues we have r...
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'Win the battle, lose the war: A Costs Perspective on Litigating Defamation'
This article is an overview of the recent defamation actions by The Hon. Joe Hockey MP. The article explores the necessity for publishers to check the accuracy of statements made o...
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Cronin Litigation Raises Money for OzHarvest
In 2014, a number of staff from Cronin Litigation Lawyers will be running together in the Gold Coast Marathon 10km run to raise money for OzHarvest.OzHarvest is a food rescue chari...
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Cronin Litigation Lawyers Raises Money for Homeless Youth
A number of staff from Cronin Litigation Lawyers recently participated in various events of the Gold Coast Marathon including the 7.5km challenge, the 10km run and the half maratho...
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Derek Cronin to speak at Australian Marriage Equality Function
Australian Marriage Equality is visiting the Gold Coast on the weekend of 12 to 14 September 2014.Derek, a strong supporter of Marriage Equality, has agreed to assist Australian Ma...
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Derek Cronin participates in bond university debate
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Adjudicator Erred in Building Dispute
In the recent decision Matrix Projects (Qld) Pty Ltd v Luscombe [2013] QSC 4 the Supreme Court of Queensland decided that the adjudicator in the proceedings failed in applying t...
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Stacy Miller Appointed as Partner of the Firm
We are pleased to announce that Stacy Miller has been appointed as a partner of the firm effective 19 February 2014.Stacy has practised exclusively in the areas of commercial litig...
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Gold Coast Marathon
Cronin Litigation Lawyers are participating in the Gold Coast Marathon 2013.This year, members of the firm are running in the full marathon (over 42km), the 10km event and the 5.7k...
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Facebook: How to Serve a Super-Star
On 22 October 2011, thousands of screaming fans were anxiously waiting for the headline act, Flo Rida, to appear at the ‘‘Fat as Butter’’ music festival in Newcastle, New S...
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Andrea Joyce joins Cronin Litigation Lawyers
Andrea was admitted as a lawyer in March 2010 and joined the Cronin Litigation Lawyers team in March 2013. She has a broad range of experience in building and construction disput...
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Protecting your Interests in Personal Property after Registration News Article Page
IntroductionIn the first Court decision since the proclamation of the Personal Property Securities Act (PPSA), the Federal Court in Carson, in the matter of Hastie Group Limited (...
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Fair Entitlements for Employees
On 5 December 2012, the Fair Entitlements Guarantee Act (2012) (FEG) came into effect. This act will apply to employees whose employment ends as a result of their employer enter...
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Decisions Highlight Consumer Law
Recent decisions on alleged misrepresentations by sellers and their agents have forced real estate agents, conveyancing solicitors, litigators and developers to take notice. Decis...
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Cronin Litigation Raises Money for Homeless Women
A large contingent from Cronin Litigation recently participated in the Gold Coast Marathon (well actually, the 10 kilometre run which was held during the Gold Coast Marathon!).Than...
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BMD Northcliffe Surf Lifesaving Club
Cronin Litigation is pleased to continue its longstanding support of the BMD Northcliffe Surf Lifesaving Club.Pictured above is Shannon Eckstein, three time World Iron Man Champion...
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New Office for Cronin Litigation
Construction of our new office has been completed and we are now located at Level 2, 33 Elkhorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise. The move has been necessary to accommodate the significant...
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