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## Posts

- [Tick and flick: what ’I agree’ really means to Australians in 2026](https://source.com.au/privacy/tick-and-flick-what-i-agree-really-means-to-australians-in-2026/) - Australians are exhausted by false privacy choices. The ACAPS 2026 survey shows that the ‘I agree’ button is starting to look less like consent, and more like surrender.
- [Working from home, working from risk: What employers need to know about WFH injury claims](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/working-from-home-working-from-risk-what-employers-need-to-know-about-wfh-injury-claims/) - With hybrid working now embedded in Australian workplaces, the rise in WFH injury claims is a real risk that organisations of every size need to be managing.
- [In brief: Road Transport Contractual Chain Order (RTCCO) update](https://source.com.au/legal/in-brief-road-transport-contractual-chain-order-rtcco-update/) - The Road Transport Contractual Chain Order (RTCCO) is an emergency order made by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) in April 2026. Read the latest updates.
- [The hidden cost of redundancy: Managing psychological injury risk in restructures](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/the-hidden-cost-of-redundancy-managing-psychological-injury-risk-in-restructures/) - Restructuring and redundancy processes can expose organisations to significant legal liability – even where the underlying commercial decision is justified.
- [ASIC Advertising and Marketing Guidance: latest updates](https://source.com.au/news/asic-advertising-and-marketing-guidance-latest-updates/) - To ensure guidelines are keeping pace with the latest developments in the advertising and marketing sector, ASIC has made updates to Regulatory Guide 234.
- [Source announces new round of promotions, effective 1 July 2026](https://source.com.au/news/source-announces-new-round-of-promotions-effective-1-july-2026/) - Following another exciting year of growth for Source, we are pleased to announce a series of well-deserved promotions, effective 1 July 2026.
- [Inching towards individuation: OAIC decision on pixels broadens scope of the Privacy Act](https://source.com.au/privacy/inching-towards-individuation-oaic-decision-on-pixels-broadens-scope-of-the-privacy-act/) - Two new cases demonstrate the risk from pixels, the reality of digital harms, and how the regulator is testing the boundaries of the law.
- [NSW workers compensation reforms: what employers need to know before 1 July 2026](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/nsw-workers-compensation-reforms-what-employers-need-to-know-before-1-july-2026/) - The NSW workers compensation reforms taking effect on 1 July 2026 will fundamentally impact how injuries are assessed, managed and compensated.
- [Your EOFY survival guide: Critical deadlines for 30 June & beyond for financial services professionals](https://source.com.au/regulatory-compliance/your-eofy-survival-guide-critical-deadlines-for-30-june-beyond-for-financial-services-professionals/) - With EOFY fast approaching, the Source Compliance team has put together a guide to your key end-of-year obligations and important deadlines you need to know.
- [Know your duties: A director's guide to getting governance right](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/know-your-duties-a-directors-guide-to-getting-governance-right/) - Being a board director is one of the most rewarding roles in business - and one of the most consequential, with a suite of legal and fiduciary obligations.
- [Raising the bar: The new national code reshaping how universities approach gender-based violence](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/raising-the-bar-the-new-national-code-reshaping-how-universities-approach-gender-based-violence/) - The National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence commenced on 1 January 2026, requiring higher education providers to comply with seven standards.
- [The War in Iran and ‘Force Majeure’: A Practical Guide for Suppliers and Contractors](https://source.com.au/legal/the-war-in-iran-and-force-majeure-a-practical-guide-for-suppliers-and-contractors/) - If you are a supplier or contractor, there is a real chance that the conflict in the Middle East is affecting your ability to deliver your contracts.
- [Not ‘associated working time’: Federal Court clarifies casual academics must be paid separately for marking duties](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/not-associated-working-time-federal-court-clarifies-casual-academics-must-be-paid-separately-for-marking-duties/) - The Federal Court recently confirmed that casual academics must be paid separately for marking subject assessments - a key decision universities must take note of.
- [Accountability at the top: Corporate governance signals following ASIC v Star](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/accountability-at-the-top-corporate-governance-signals-following-asic-v-star/) - On 5 March 2026, the Federal Court of Australia delivered a landmark liability judgment in Australian Securities and Investments Commission v Bekier.
- [AML/CTF Reforms 2026: What your business needs to know now](https://source.com.au/regulatory-compliance/aml-ctf-reforms-2026-what-your-business-needs-to-know-now/) - The AML/CTF reforms bring significant regulatory change to Australian businesses. Learn if the reforms impact your business and what your next steps should be.
- [Important dates for Q1 that financial services firms need to know](https://source.com.au/regulatory-compliance/important-dates-for-q1-that-financial-services-firms-need-to-know/) - Ensure you stay compliant by adding these key financial services lodgement dates to your diary for the first quarter of 2026.
- [Understanding the right to disconnect and how it will impact small businesses](https://source.com.au/news/understanding-the-right-to-disconnect-and-how-it-will-impact-small-businesses/) - The right to disconnect will come into effect for small businesses from 26 August 2025. This change gives employees the ability to switch off from work outside their standard hours of work, free from the pressure to remain constantly available. For small businesses, where boundaries between work and personal time can often blur, this new
- [The art of the AGM: how to run a successful annual general meeting](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/the-art-of-the-agm-how-to-run-a-successful-annual-general-meeting/) - At this time of year many business leaders are gearing up for one of the most crucial gatherings on the corporate calendar: the Annual General Meeting (AGM). An AGM is more than just a statutory requirement for public companies — it's a moment to reflect on the year that was, engage meaningfully with stakeholders, and
- [The best offense is a good defence: Five challenges every Australian sporting organisation faces, and how a legal team can help](https://source.com.au/news/the-best-offense-is-a-good-defence-five-challenges-every-australian-sporting-organisation-faces-and-how-a-legal-team-can-help/) - Professional athletes are constantly evolving to stay elite and ahead of the competition. The same applies to sporting organisations. Operating in a space that is typically under-resourced, highly scrutinised, and uniquely challenged, Australian sporting organisations need to navigate an increasingly complex legal landscape. From player welfare to commercial integrity, here are the five key legal
- [Reflections from The Business Show 2025: The questions keeping business owners up at night](https://source.com.au/news/reflections-from-the-business-show-2025-the-questions-keeping-business-owners-up-at-night/) - A month on from The Business Show 2025, we've had time to reflect on the conversations that stood out and the common threads running through them. What struck us most wasn't just the energy of the day, but the calibre of questions business owners were asking. People weren't just browsing - they came prepared, curious
- [Countdown to compliance: Australian universities gear up for workplace law reporting](https://source.com.au/legal/countdown-to-compliance-australian-universities-gear-up-for-workplace-law-reporting/) - Australia’s higher education regulator, Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), raised the bar on workplace law compliance – requiring Vice-Chancellors of Australian universities personally attest on workplace compliance. This marks a significant shift in accountability across the sector and sends a clear message to Australian Universities: compliance with workplace laws is now a leadership
- [Erin Wilson appointed Managing Director - Workplace & HR](https://source.com.au/news/erin-wilson-appointed-managing-director-workplace-hr/) - Congratulations to Erin Wilson on her appointment as Managing Director - Workplace & HR at Source. Since joining Source in 2021, Erin has made an outstanding impact, quickly becoming an integral member of our leadership team. With more than 20 years’ experience as a senior employment lawyer, Erin is trusted by clients for her practical,
- [Common AGM challenges (and how to overcome them)](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/common-agm-challenges-and-how-to-overcome-them/) - Annual General Meetings (AGMs) are a cornerstone of corporate governance, providing an opportunity for organisations to report on performance, maintain transparency, and engage with stakeholders. But for many Australian businesses, particularly those that are growing or evolving, AGMs can bring a host of challenges. At Source, we’ve helped many Australian organisations prepare for and deliver
- [Marketplace monitoring: a critical step after your brand has been registered](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/marketplace-monitoring-the-critical-final-step-after-your-brand-has-been-registered/) - For Australian businesses, registering your trade mark is a key step in protecting your brand, but it’s far from the end of the story. In the fast-moving digital world, your brand can be misused, copied, or counterfeited before you even know it’s happening. With e-commerce, social media, and global marketplaces running 24/7, protecting your brand
- [Top employment lawyer Nick Tindley joins the Source team](https://source.com.au/news/top-employment-lawyer-nick-tindley-joins-the-source-team/) - Respected workplace and employment relations law specialist Nick Tindley has joined Source as Executive Director – Workplace & HR. Nick advises employers in a wide range of industries who are looking for strategic and practical workplace advice and solutions – not only to support them in complying with their legal obligations, but also to set them up for success
- [HR for HR professionals: why your people team needs support too](https://source.com.au/news/hr-for-hr-professionals-why-your-people-team-needs-support-too/) - Every successful business has one thing in common: a strong HR team working behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. But while HR is busy supporting employees, leadership, and culture — who’s looking out for them? When we talk about what keeps a business moving, the spotlight usually shines on leadership, sales, or operations.
- [Overcoming the mid-year slump: how to re-energise your team](https://source.com.au/news/overcoming-the-mid-year-slump-how-to-re-energise-your-team/) - The mid-year slump is a well-known phenomenon that many people experience around July and August of each year. By this time, the new year momentum has worn off, fatigue from a busy six months sets in, and many people begin directing their focus to the end-of-year break, which still feels far on the horizon. In
- [Is ‘GPT’ up for grabs? The Australian trade mark decision that’s clarifying AI branding rights](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/is-gpt-up-for-grabs-the-australian-trade-mark-decision-thats-clarifying-ai-branding-rights/) - In a closely watched decision, an Australian trade mark opposition has finally shed light on whether ‘GPT’ is a protectable brand or a free-to-use descriptive term in the rapidly evolving AI and automation space. In the last few years, we’ve seen many businesses incorporating GPT into brands used in connection with AI tools and automation
- [A basket full of surprises: what employers can learn from the recent Woolworths and Coles decision](https://source.com.au/news/a-basket-full-of-surprises-what-employers-can-learn-from-the-recent-woolworths-and-coles-decisions/) - The Federal Court’s recent ruling against Woolworths and Coles has shone a spotlight on major compliance risks with all-inclusive salary arrangements. Here’s what employers need to know: Pay period compliance is necessary – all-inclusive salaries need to result in employees receiving at least the same amount that they would have under their applicable modern award
- [Sleepovers aren’t shifts: Federal Court puts the SCHADS Award to bed](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/sleepovers-arent-shifts-federal-court-puts-the-schads-award-to-bed/) - A landmark ruling has reshaped how employers calculate penalties for sleepover shifts under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010 (SCHADS Award). The Case: Jats Joint Pty Ltd v Fair Work Ombudsman [2025] FCA 743 The Federal Court recently addressed a long-standing question: Should sleepover periods count as part of a shift
- [Avoiding a common payroll error: Making termination payments by the last day of employment](https://source.com.au/legal/avoiding-a-common-payroll-error-making-termination-payments-by-the-last-day-of-employment/) - When it comes to termination payments, most employers work on the basis that they can pay an employee within seven days of termination or in the next pay run. However, there's increasing awareness that this approach isn't correct. In fact, most of the common termination payments need to be made by the last day of
- [Small businesses get ready – changes to casual conversion are almost here](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/small-businesses-get-ready-changes-to-casual-conversion-are-almost-here/) - From August 2025 small businesses will have access to the ‘employee choice pathway’ where eligible casual staff can request a change to permanent employment.
- [Source announces new round of promotions, effective 1 July 2025](https://source.com.au/news/source-announces-new-round-of-promotions-effective-1-july-2025/) - We are jumping into the new financial year with a series of well-deserved promotions at Source, effective 1 July 2025. These promotions recognise the outstanding contributions, expertise, and dedication of our team members across governance and risk, HR and workplace solutions, commercial legal and IP services, and corporate operations. This talent is at
- [ASIC trials faster IPO process: what you need to know](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/asic-trials-faster-ipo-process-what-you-need-to-know/) - ASIC has launched a two-year trial starting 10 June 2025 to streamline IPOs through the ASX fast-track pathway. The move aims to revive the Australia’s sluggish IPO market by reducing regulatory hurdles, shortening timelines, and improving capital access. Who is eligible for the fast-track process? To be eligible for the trial, entities must meet
- [HPX Group appoints Karthik Venkataraman as CEO of Source](https://source.com.au/news/hpx-group-appoints-karthik-venkataraman-as-ceo-of-source/) - Karthik Venkataraman has joined HPX Group as the new CEO of our tailored in-house style professional services business, Source. Karthik brings to Source 20 years’ experience in strategy, customer and digital transformation roles, spanning professional services, publicly listed, private-equity owned, asset-intensive, highly regulated and technology sector organisations. He has worked for several high-profile businesses including
- [Stars, stripes and trade marks: how to protect your brand in the US](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/stars-stripes-and-trade-marks-how-to-protect-your-brand-in-the-us/) - Securing your trade mark in the United States is a crucial step for any brand looking to go global. As one of the world’s largest and most competitive markets, the US has its own specific legal and procedural requirements when it comes to protecting your brand. Our IP experts look at the top ways to
- [Taking your brand to China? Don’t forget to trade mark first](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/taking-your-brand-to-china-dont-forget-to-trade-mark-first/) - China is one of Australia’s most important trading partners, and with ongoing US tariffs, these commercial ties are only likely to become stronger and more nuanced. Whether you’re manufacturing in China, or entering the market with products and services, a robust trade mark strategy is essential to protect your brand and safeguard your business. Here
- [When you listen you learn: why employee surveys (still) matter](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/when-you-listen-you-learn-why-employee-surveys-still-matter/) - The trusty employee survey has been a workplace staple for decades. So is it still relevant? You bet it is. Here’s why: Far from being outdated, employee surveys have been keeping pace with the times – proving they have the staying power and ability to help companies ignite engagement, build culture, and drive meaningful change
- [Ready to take your brand across the Tasman? Here’s how to protect your trade mark in NZ](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/ready-to-take-your-brand-across-the-tasman-heres-how-to-protect-your-trade-mark-in-nz/) - Despite sharing a love of rugby and meat pies, Australia and New Zealand have a slightly different approach when it comes to trade mark protection. Our experts break down the key points for extending an Aussie brand across the Tasman. Be aware of differences in the legal landscape In New Zealand, trade marks are regulated
- [What every employer needs to know about managing ill and injured employees   ](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/what-every-employer-needs-to-know-about-managing-ill-and-injured-employees/) - When is it okay to terminate someone's employment if they can't work because of an illness or injury? It’s the question that keeps a lot of employers up at night, and a challenging scenario for any workplace to manage. Every employer has ill or injured employees in their workforce at some point. And when an
- [Do probationary periods matter in relation to unfair dismissal risks?](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/do-probationary-periods-matter-in-relation-to-unfair-dismissal-risks/) - From a legal perspective, probationary periods may not carry as much weight as both employers and employees believe. While probationary periods are commonly included in employment contracts, their legal significance is limited. Let’s take a closer look at what probationary periods actually mean, and how they compare to the minimum employment period required for unfair
- [Effective hybrid work strategy: flexibility meets collaboration](https://source.com.au/news/effective-hybrid-work-strategy-flexibility-meets-collaboration/) - Managing remote teams is now an essential skill for managers. Here’s how leaders can adapt to meet the demands of a hybrid workforce. Hybrid work is no longer a passing trend – it has fundamentally reshaped how organisations operate now, and into the future. With most employees now expecting flexible arrangements, managers are tasked with
- [WGEA Reporting: A key step for businesses toward closing the gender pay gap](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/unpacking-wgea-reporting-how-every-business-can-start-closing-the-gender-pay-gap/) - Mandatory WGEA reporting is helping Australia move towards greater gender pay equality. The other good news is that it doesn’t have to be complicated. Australia’s gender *pay gap currently sits at 21.8% - meaning women earn approximately 78 cents for every dollar men earn on average. The statistic is sobering, especially as Australia marks International
- [Going global? Here’s how to protect your trade mark in Europe and the UK](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/going-global-heres-how-to-protect-your-trade-mark-in-europe-and-the-uk/) - Once you’ve locked down your trade mark in Australia, the next step is extending your protection to relevant international markets like Europe and the UK. While there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to international trade mark filing strategies, here are some pointers for European and UK trade mark protection. Timing matters: when to
- [Onboarding that's impactful: how to make an employee’s first three months count](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/onboarding-thats-impactful-how-to-make-an-employees-first-three-months-count/) - Is onboarding a process to just follow – tick and flick style - or is it an opportunity to engage with your new employees and provide them with an experience to set them up for success within the business? Our vote every time is to invest in developing an onboarding process that is unique to
- [New year, safer workplace: how to make work health and safety a priority for 2025](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/new-year-safer-workplace-how-to-make-work-health-and-safety-a-priority-for-2025/) - With the start of a new year, many of us are thinking about the personal changes we want to make for 2025, but it’s also an ideal time to take stock of your workplace. Here we break down the basics of work health and safety (WHS) compliance so you can start the new year with
- [Source announces new round of promotions set for January 2025](https://source.com.au/news/source-announces-new-round-of-promotions-set-for-january-2025/) - We’re wrapping up the year on a high note at Source with a series of well-deserved promotions, effective 1 January 2025. These promotions celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of our people, while also highlighting the growth trajectory of the business – made possible by the strength of our talented team. This
- [How to encourage employee wellbeing during the holiday break](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/how-to-encourage-employee-wellbeing-during-the-holiday-break/) - As the festive season approaches, organisations can play a pivotal role in enhancing employee wellbeing during the festive break. This period, while joyous for many, can also be a time of stress and burnout after a year of hard work. It's essential for businesses to recognise the importance of a genuine break for their staff
- [Katy versus Katie: What can businesses learn from the Katy Perry trade mark case?](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/katy-versus-katie-what-can-businesses-learn-from-the-katy-perry-trade-mark-case/) - Only a few months after performing at the AFL Grand Final, pop star Katy Perry has made Australian headlines again, this time for winning a long-running trade mark dispute with a Sydney fashion designer bearing a similar name. Sydney designer Katie Jane Taylor is the owner of the KATIE PERRY trade mark registration in Australia,
- [Navigating Australia's new wage theft laws](https://source.com.au/legal/navigating-australias-new-wage-theft-laws/) - Australia's new wage theft laws take effect on 1 January 2025. These laws are set to make a major change to the way underpayments are viewed in Australia. It’s going to be a criminal offence to intentionally underpay someone. Ensuring that workers are paid correctly will be more important than ever for Australian businesses. When
- [Are you eligible to hold that domain name?](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/are-you-eligible-to-hold-that-domain-name/) - In Australia “.com.au” and “net.au” (“Australian Domain Names”) are considered an essential element in establishing a reputable Australian brand and creating an authentic connection to Australian customers. The registration of Australian Domain Names is limited with specific requirements for registration, ensuring registration is available to parties with a local connection. Unbeknownst to some business owners,
- [Indemnities in contractual agreements: the what, why and how](https://source.com.au/legal/indemnities-in-contractual-agreements-the-what-why-and-how/) - When diving into contractual agreements, indemnities are a frequent topic, but they often come with a bit of mystique and caution. Let’s break down what they are, why we encounter them so often, and how to handle them with care. What exactly is an indemnity? At its core, an indemnity is a promise within
- [Licensing Essentials: What you need to know about Responsible Managers](https://source.com.au/regulatory-compliance/licensing-essentials-what-you-need-to-know-about-responsible-managers/) - In the world of financial services, having the right Responsible Managers is crucial for maintaining compliance and operational success. But how do you identify the right individuals for this role, and more importantly, how do you set them up for success? Let's explore what a Responsible Manager does, who qualifies for the role, and the
- [AML/CTF changes and new guidance: What you need to know](https://source.com.au/regulatory-compliance/aml-ctf-changes-and-new-guidance-what-you-need-to-know/) - On 11 September 2024, the Attorney-General introduced the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) Amendment Bill 2024 to Parliament. This Bill outlines significant changes to the current AML/CTF regime, aiming to further strengthen efforts in preventing financial crime. Here's an overview of what to expect. The Bill has 3 key objectives: Expand the AML/CTF regime
- [Shauna Mounsey named among Australasian Lawyer’s Elite Women 2024](https://source.com.au/news/shauna-mounsey-named-among-australasian-lawyers-elite-women-2024/) - We’re thrilled to celebrate Shauna Mounsey’s inclusion in the 2024 Australasian Lawyer Elite Women list - a prestigious accolade recognising standout women in the legal industry across Australia and New Zealand. Australasian Lawyer undertook an extensive, four-month review process to identify industry leaders, and Shauna’s unique approach and passion for law earned her a well-deserved
- [Source Launches in New Zealand](https://source.com.au/news/source-launches-in-new-zealand/) - Source has launched in New Zealand effective today, 1 May 20231. Visit our New Zealand website. This is the second international expansion for our holding company, HPX Group, which owns both Source and Hamilton Locke, Australia’s fastest growing law firm. This follows Hamilton Locke's expansion into New Zealand in January 2023 with the establishment of
- [Beyond the office: Our guide to remote working](https://source.com.au/legal/beyond-the-office-our-guide-to-remote-working/) - At Source, we embrace the flexibility of remote work, allowing our team to operate 100% remotely if they choose. This is embedded in our core values, enabling our lawyers to work flexibly, remotely, and within their preferred hours. Remote working, like any work setup, comes with its own set of advantages and challenges. While we
- [Why trade mark registration isn’t enough: The importance of trade mark watching](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/why-trade-mark-registration-isnt-enough-the-importance-of-trade-mark-watching/) - Protecting your brand by registering your trade marks is a great first step, but it’s a common misconception that it’s all you need to do. To truly safeguard your brand, you’ll want to take things a step further by implementing trade mark watching. The risks of not watching your trade mark Without trade mark
- [The World’s First AI Rulebook: The EU AI Act and the Impact on Australia and New Zealand](https://source.com.au/legal/the-worlds-first-ai-rulebook-the-eu-ai-act-and-the-impact-on-australia-and-new-zealand/) - The EU AI Act came into force on 1 August 2024. Setting out the world’s first comprehensive AI regulation, the EU AI Act takes a risk-based approach to regulating the entire AI lifecycle and establishes obligations for various operators in the AI value chain. This article provides a high level summary of the EU AI
- [Switching off: Unpacking Australia’s new Right to Disconnect](https://source.com.au/legal/switching-off-unpacking-australias-new-right-to-disconnect/) - The right to disconnect from work is set to become law in Australia on 26 August 2024 – leaving many people wanting to know what it means for their day-to-day.Importantly, the new law focuses on an employee’s right to refuse contact outside of work hours and doesn’t place a general obligation on employers not to
- [Understanding the Hawking Prohibition in Financial Services](https://source.com.au/regulatory-compliance/understanding-the-hawking-prohibition-in-financial-services/) - Do you remember when you used to go into a bank requesting a bank cheque to buy a car, and next thing you know the teller is trying to sell you car insurance? Since October 2021, this kind of unsolicited selling is largely prohibited under the hawking prohibition, unless an exemption applies. So, what is
- [Understanding Fit for Purpose Obligations in Contracts](https://source.com.au/legal/understanding-fit-for-purpose-obligations-in-contracts/) - What is Fit for Purpose? "Fit for purpose" is a phrase you’ll often come across in contracts. It’s all about setting a clear expectation for the quality of goods and services. Essentially, it means that what’s provided must serve the purpose it was intended for. This doesn’t necessarily mean the goods must be of the
- [Are You Overseeing Your Authorised Representatives Effectively? Ensure Compliance and Protect your Business](https://source.com.au/regulatory-compliance/are-you-overseeing-your-authorised-representatives-effectively-ensure-compliance-and-protect-your-business/) - Do you have sufficient oversight of your authorised representatives? We often see a lack of adequate oversight from licensees over their appointed authorised representatives, who act on behalf of the licensee. As a financial services licensee, you have general obligations that include: Taking reasonable steps to ensure that your representatives comply with the financial services
- [Navigating the Trade Mark Squatting Minefield in China](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/navigating-the-trade-mark-squatting-minefield-in-china/) - Expanding your business into China is exciting, but it’s not without its challenges - especially when it comes to protecting your brand. One of the biggest risks is trade mark squatting, where opportunists register trade marks to profit off established brands. Let’s explore how this happens and what you can do to protect your business.
- [Navigating Risk: Mitigation and Indemnity Clauses in Contracts](https://source.com.au/legal/navigating-risk-mitigation-and-indemnity-clauses-in-contracts/) - Contracts can be complex, especially when it comes to managing risks and liabilities. Two key concepts that often come into play are mitigation and indemnity clauses, which are designed to address how losses are handled. Understanding how obligations to mitigate work with indemnity clauses can help protect you from unnecessary exposure. But what are the
- [Workplace Spotlight – Whistleblowing, WHS, Respect@Work and Wage Theft Briefings](https://source.com.au/media/workplace-spotlight-whistleblowing-whs-respectwork-and-wage-theft-briefings/) - Policies Appropriate and tailored policies have an important role in setting the tone and culture of a workplace. Effective policies and training also help employers demonstrate they have taken reasonable precautions and exercised due diligence to prevent unlawful workplace conduct, which can be critical when defending sexual harassment and discrimination claims. On the flip side,
- [Workplace Respect Training Course](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/workplace-respect-training-course/) - Duration: 12 lessons, 30 minutes The recent Respect@Work legislative reforms place a positive duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment. Are you concerned about your obligation to comply but don’t have the time or resources to train your team? Source has created a new online course, ‘Workplace Respect’, that is designed specifically to support businesses
- [What the new rules for casual employees mean for employers: 3 changes to be aware of](https://source.com.au/legal/what-the-new-rules-for-casual-employees-mean-for-employers/) - The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024 introduced new laws on the engagement of casual employees.Effective from 26 August 2024, these amendments include a revised definition of ‘casual employee’ which will make it harder for employers to know whether their casual employees are properly engaged as casual.In this article we unpack
- [Upcoming Changes to the Professional Employees Award 2020](https://source.com.au/legal/upcoming-changes-to-the-professional-employees-award-2020/) - From 16 September 2023, employers need to review what they are paying employees covered by the Professional Employees Award 2020. From this date, employees will be entitled to overtime payments and penalty rates unless the employee earns 25% or more of the appropriate annual salary. Specific changes being introduced are: An employer and employee may
- [Unraveling the unknown of wage underpayments](https://source.com.au/legal/unraveling-the-unknown-of-wage-underpayments/) - How do wage underpayments actually occur?They’re rarely deliberate.Usually, they start with a small error that snowballs into thousands or millions of dollars. Often this is because the employer has no system in place to make sure they are paying people correctly.Let’s take an aspect of the Commonwealth Bank Group’s recent underpayment case as an example.The
- [Understanding trade mark ownership in Australia: Do it once and do it right](https://source.com.au/intellectual-property/understanding-trade-mark-ownership-in-australia-do-it-once-and-do-it-right/) - Why does it matter who applies for registration of a trade mark in Australia? Ensuring that the right entity or individual (owner) applies for and holds a trade mark is crucial for maintaining enforceable and valid trade mark rights. Here’s why: Ownership challenges: Third parties can challenge ownership of a trade mark through opposition proceedings,
- [The Workplace Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Landscape is Shifting – is your Business Ready?](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/the-workplace-discrimination-and-sexual-harassment-landscape-is-shifting-is-your-business-ready/) - On 28 November 2022, the Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Act 2022 (Act) passed both houses of Parliament and introduced some of the most substantial changes to Australia’s discrimination and sexual harassment laws in recent history. What you need to know The Act received Royal Assent on 12 December 2022 and
- [The new rules on fixed term employment contracts](https://source.com.au/legal/the-new-rules-on-fixed-term-employment-contracts/) - Overview The new rules on the use of fixed term employment contracts will start on 6 December 2023. The changes are designed to prevent fixed term contracts from being used for more than two years and to limit the use of rolling fixed term contracts to one renewal. Fixed term contracts that are unlawful From
- [The New Rules for Fixed Term Employment Contracts](https://source.com.au/legal/the-new-rules-for-fixed-term-employment-contracts/) - The new rules on the use of fixed term employment contracts start today, 6 December 2023. The changes are designed to prevent fixed term contracts from being used for more than two years and to limit the use of rolling fixed term contracts to one renewal. Fixed Term Contracts that are Unlawful From today, 6
- [The New Pay Disclosure Rights](https://source.com.au/legal/the-new-pay-disclosure-rights/) - Overview Last year’s IR reforms included changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (Act) that give employees rights to disclose their remuneration to others and to ask other employees about their remuneration. The reforms are intended to help close the gender pay gap by allowing employees to openly discuss their remuneration and push for
- [Technology isn’t the biggest threat to the legal industry](https://source.com.au/media/technology-isnt-the-biggest-threat-to-the-legal-industry/) - Feature interview with Stanislav Roth, published in Australasian Lawyer Nov 23 Stanislav Roth thinks that while technology has the power to disrupt the law and many other industries, a more fundamental challenge actually threatens the business of law more. This law firm founder is also increasingly wary of the term “NewLaw,” which has often been
- [Supporting Privacy Awareness Week 2023](https://source.com.au/legal/supporting-privacy-awareness-week-2023/) - Source, together with our allied business, Hamilton Locke, is proud to support Privacy Awareness Week (PAW) this week, from 1 to 7 May 2023. This annual campaign, led by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), emphasises the importance of protecting personal information and getting 'Back to Basics' when it comes to privacy. The
- [Stanislav Roth Features on NAB Business View](https://source.com.au/media/stanislav-roth-features-on-nab-business-view/) - Source’s Managing Director of Legal Stanislav Roth features in NAB Business View to discuss value-based pricing. The article discusses the potential acceleration of the decline of the hourly billing model in professional services firms due to advancements in technology and the emergence of value-based pricing. Stanislav Roth argues that time is losing relevance in professional
- [Stanislav Roth Features in Tank Stream Speaks Podcast](https://source.com.au/media/stanislav-roth-features-in-tank-stream-speaks-podcast/) - Source’s Stanislav Roth features in Tank Stream Lab’s podcast, ‘Tank Stream Speaks’. In this special episode, Stanislav came together with Tank Stream Speaks co-host Josh Butt to discuss the pertinent topic of navigating legal needs for startups and scaleups. Stanislav and Josh spoke about ways businesses can protect themselves from risks and the unique services
- [Source Supports Roundtable as Strategic Partner for The NED Network](https://source.com.au/media/source-supports-roundtable-as-strategic-partner-for-the-ned-network/) - Source supports another engaging roundtable discussion as a Strategic Partner for the NED Network last Thursday, 4 May at our Sydney office. The NED Network’s vision is to be a community of NEDs (Non-Executive Directors), including emerging NEDs from a cross-section of the Australian business landscape. The network will create opportunities to engage in discussion
- [Source Selected as Top Legal Service Provider in Australasian and NZ Lawyer’s Service Provider Awards 2023](https://source.com.au/media/source-selected-as-top-legal-service-provider-in-australasian-lawyers-service-provider-awards-2023/) - We are thrilled to announce that our team has been recognised in Australasian and NZ Lawyer’s Service Provider Awards 2023. The awards recognise businesses that drive transformation across the legal landscape, adapting to what law professionals need to stay ahead of the curve. This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication of our
- [Source Recognised in the Australasian Lawyer Best in Law 2023 Special Report](https://source.com.au/media/source-recognised-in-the-australasian-lawyer-best-in-law-2023-special-report/) - Source has been recognised in multiple categories n the 2023 Best in Law Special Report by Australasian Lawyer. The report recognises the outstanding achievements of legal professionals and companies across Asia-Pacific and North America. Our achievements profiled in the report include: Fast Firms Most Influential Lawyers – Rema Hamdan, Legal Counsel Rising Stars – Rema
- [Source Legal - Sky Business Interviews Stanislav Roth](https://source.com.au/media/source-legal-sky-business-interviews-stanislav-roth/) - Source Legal – Sky Business Interviews Stanislav Roth – 8 Jan 2018
- [Source Legal Director Michael Cole speaking at Wolters Kluwer Webinar](https://source.com.au/media/source-legal-director-michael-cole-speaking-at-wolters-kluwer-webinar/) - Source’s Michael Cole (Director – Legal (Employment & Safety) will be speaking at Wolters Kluwer's live webinar ‘Psychosocial Safety and Risk Management in the Workplace’, taking place at 1pm on 19 September 2023 (AEST). In today's fast-paced business environment, wellbeing in the workplace is a critical factor for success. Employers and employees alike understand the
- [Source Legal Counsels recognised as Rising Stars by Australasian Lawyer](https://source.com.au/media/source-legal-counsels-recognised-as-rising-stars-by-australasian-lawyer/) - Rema Hamdan and Tun Yeo, legal counsels from the Source legal team have today been recognised as Rising Stars by esteemed legal news source, Australasian Lawyer, for their high level of achievement and demonstration of leadership amongst their peers. The Rising Star accolade shines a light on their high level of achievement and demonstration of
- [Source and VerifyNow to Host Webinar on Respect@Work Reforms](https://source.com.au/media/source-and-verifynow-to-host-webinar-on-respectwork-reforms/) - Source will join forces with VerifyNow, a digital employment screening platform, to host a free webinar, ‘Respect@Work: What Employers Need to Know’. Our very own Tina Melbourne and Chanel McDonald will be discussing the Respect@Work reforms that were recently passed in parliament. This webinar aims to help organisations of all sizes to understand the implications
- [Shareholders' Agreements - a Pre-nup for Business](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/shareholders-agreements-a-pre-nup-for-business/) - A valuable investment to safeguard the longevity and success of any business with more than one owner. We’ve seen it all too often before - some friends have a cracking business idea so they quit their day jobs to devote lots of time and effort into establishing a new, jointly owned business. They think up
- [Requests for Flexible Working Arrangements: What are Your Obligations as an Employer?](https://source.com.au/legal/requests-for-flexible-working-arrangements-what-are-your-obligations-as-an-employer/) - With a number of major brands across Australia issuing return-to-office mandates, many employers may be wondering what their legal obligations are when handling requests for flexible working arrangements. Under the Fair Work Act 2009, certain employees have a right to request flexible working arrangements. Below, we break down who can make a request – and what you
- [Rema Hamdan Named a Finalist in Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards](https://source.com.au/media/rema-hamdan-named-a-finalist-in-lawyers-weekly-30-under-30-awards/) - Source Legal Counsel, Rema Hamdan, has been recognised as a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards in the category ‘Workplace, Health and Safety’. The 30 Under 30 accolade shines a light on young legal professionals and their high level of achievement and demonstration of leadership amongst their peers. Rema Hamdan is an
- [Rema Hamdan Included in Most Influential Lawyer List](https://source.com.au/media/rema-hamdan-included-in-most-influential-lawyer-list/) - Source Legal Counsel Rema Hamdan has been included in Australasian Lawyers 2023 Most Influential Lawyers list. Rema's inclusion in the 2023 Most Influential Lawyers list is a testament to her visionary approach, with her keen understanding of complex legal matters and an unparalleled dedication to her clients. Her ability to navigate intricate legal challenges with
- [Q&A WITH STANISLAV ROTH](https://source.com.au/media/qa-with-stanislav-roth/) - Feature interview with Stanislav Roth, published in Australasian Law Management Journal In this Q&A, Source Legal founder and managing director Stanislav Roth discusses the big break he received through immigrating to Australia in his teens; the satisfaction he gets from running his own law firm; and why retainers and an agreed price model are the
- [Privacy Awareness Week 2024](https://source.com.au/legal/privacy-awareness-week-2024/) - Source is proud to support the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner’s 2024 Privacy Awareness Week (PAW). This year’s theme of ‘power up your privacy’ encourages businesses, organisations and individuals to consider steps that can be taken to enhance transparency, accountability and security. Data-driven technology is providing promising advances for both the private and public
- [NZ Lawyer Covers Source’s Launch into New Zealand](https://source.com.au/media/nz-lawyer-covers-sources-launch-into-new-zealand/) - Source features in leading New Zealand legal news source, NZ Lawyer, in relation to our recent launch in New Zealand, effective 1 May 2023. Source1 will now be able to provide a seamless service to clients across Australia and New Zealand, working collaboratively across the two countries and will be joined in New Zealand by
- [New Rules for Casual Employees](https://source.com.au/legal/new-rules-for-casual-employees/) - On 22 March 2021, Federal Parliament passed the government’s industrial relations reform legislation. What were supposed to be wide-ranging, IR reforms were cut right back in the Senate and only the new rules for casual employees made it through. The new rules for casuals are significant and go a long way towards reducing the risks
- [‘New Law’, disruption and the future of legal services](https://source.com.au/legal/new-law-disruption-and-the-future-of-legal-services/) - By Siska Lund and Stanislav Roth From automation to virtual legal support, the legal industry is changing, and changing fast. Advances in technology are fuelling democratisation of the legal industry, and have introduced innovative competition in the form of ‘New Law’ business models. ‘New Law’ business models are challenging traditional firms by offering clients attractive
- [New $50 Million Privacy Penalty for Aussie Businesses](https://source.com.au/legal/new-50-million-privacy-penalty-for-aussie-businesses/) - In the wake of the Optus and Medibank data breaches, the Australian Government acted swiftly to significantly increase the maximum penalties under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Privacy Act). On 28 November 2022 the Federal Parliament passed the Privacy Legislation Amendment (Enforcement and Other Measures) Act 2022 (Enforcement Act) to increase the maximum penalty for
- [NEED LEGAL HELP? THREE THINGS TO LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING A LAWYER](https://source.com.au/legal/need-legal-help-three-things-to-look-for-when-choosing-a-lawyer/) - By Stanislav Roth. This article was originally published in Anthill Online. I know, I know… for many people, hiring a lawyer is akin to inviting in a highway robber. But like any industry you can poke a stick at, the legal industry is undergoing massive disruption. So while ‘NewLaw’, AI, and automation are creating uncomfortable reverberations
- [Navigating Workplace Gender Equality and WGEA reporting](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/navigating-workplace-gender-equality-and-wgea-reporting/) - It has been more than ten years since the enactment of the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012, establishing the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA), and Australian Government statutory agency. The WGEA was created as a vital entity in fostering and promoting gender equality within Australian workplaces. Overall, Australian employers have made progress, but there
- [Navigating the new casual conversion process: Key changes ahead](https://source.com.au/legal/navigating-the-new-casual-conversion-process-key-changes-ahead/) - The Closing Loopholes No. 2 legislation will change the statutory process by which casual employees can be converted to full-time or part-time employment. Currently, after a casual employee has been employed for 12 months, employers are required to assess whether the employee should be converted to full-time or part-time employment. They must either make an
- [Navigating Redundancy and Outsourcing: What Employers Can Learn from the Helensburgh Coal Case](https://source.com.au/legal/navigating-redundancy-and-outsourcing-what-employers-can-learn-from-the-helensburgh-coal-case/) - When making an employee redundant, do you have to consider whether the employee could be redeployed to a position that’s currently outsourced to a contractor? The Full Federal Court case of Helensburgh Coal Pty Ltd v Bartley [2024] FCAFC 45, suggests you do. Let’s explore. What happened in the Helensburgh Coal Case? In the
- [Managing Multiple Roles in Employment](https://source.com.au/legal/managing-multiple-roles-in-employment/) - A question we get asked often is can we have the same person work in two different roles? The short answer is yes. However, you need to ensure the roles are separate and distinct from each other. Separation and distinction This involves doing things like: Separate employment agreements: Each role should have its own
- [Major Change to Federal Wage Theft Laws: Positive Obligation on Employers](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/major-change-to-federal-wage-theft-laws-positive-obligation-on-employers/) - There’s a major change in the new federal wage theft laws. The new laws will make it an offence to intentionally underpay someone. But how do you attribute intention to a company? Until now, the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) has provided that the state of mind of an officer, employee or agent of a
- [Liquidated Damages – Some Practical Tips](https://source.com.au/legal/liquidated-damages-some-practical-tips/) - In our last two articles, we have talked about liability for a breach of contract and under an indemnity. You will recall that in contract law when we talk about liability, we mean liability to pay general damages (ie compensation). However, instead of liability for general damages, the parties may agree in the contract to
- [Limiting your liability in contracts is fundamental](https://source.com.au/legal/limiting-your-liability-in-contracts-is-fundamental/) - In our last few updates, we have discussed liability for a breach of contract. You may recall that under common law, subject to a few restraints (causation, remoteness and mitigation), liability for damages for a breach of contract is unlimited. The situation is even worse under a contractual indemnity, which, amongst other things, removes the
- [Liability is at the Heart of Contracts](https://source.com.au/legal/liability-is-at-the-heart-of-contracts/) - In contract law, when we talk about liability, we mean liability to pay damages (ie compensation). Here are some key principles: Courts will award compensation designed to place the innocent party in the position they would have been in if the contract had been performed. In the absence of a contractual limitation of liability the
- [Liability and insurance](https://source.com.au/legal/liability-and-insurance/) - In our recent updates, we talked about liability for a breach of contract. You may recall that, in the absence of a contractual limitation of liability, such liability is basically unlimited (subject to some restraints under common law - causation, remoteness and mitigation). Further, a contractual indemnity usually removes these common law restraints and therefore
- [Legal Liability When Your Business Email Has Been Hacked](https://source.com.au/legal/legal-liability-when-your-business-email-has-been-hacked/) - By Elena Nelyubina and Eduard Barskyi In recent weeks, cybercriminals have been pivoting their methods to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here we shed light on the legal position of businesses that fall victim to online scams and in particular to invoice fraud, which has become an increasingly popular type of online scam. Invoice
- [KEY LEGAL ISSUES IN A BUSINESS SALE](https://source.com.au/legal/key-legal-issues-in-a-business-sale/) - By Dawn Carey The decision to acquire a business involves significant expenditure and risk, so it is imperative that the process and documentation are carefully considered. Source Legal’s Dawn Carey outlines key considerations for those wishing to enter into business sale agreements. Structure of deal – shares v assets: One of the first matters to
- [Join us in Congratulating the Finalists for the 2023 Technology Scale-up Awards](https://source.com.au/media/join-us-in-congratulating-the-finalists-for-the-2023-technology-scale-up-awards/) - An impressive number of nominations were again received for this year's Technology Scale-up Awards. The awards celebrate disruptive Australian technology businesses that demonstrate high rates of sustainable growth, innovation, integrity, and contribution to the community, while making a significant impact in their industry sectors. The quality of applications received was outstanding and are a testament
- [IS YOUR BUSINESS’ PERSONAL DATA SAFE FROM NEW LAW CHANGES?](https://source.com.au/legal/is-your-business-personal-data-safe-from-new-law-changes/) - By Sean Melbourne and Elena Nelyubina Businesses know the convenience of having data at their fingertips. These days even one-person operations have customers’ phone numbers and suppliers’ email addresses readily available on a mobile device. Ready data access is essential to keep up with the pace of business. The downside of having easy access
- [Indemnity Clauses: The Pitfalls](https://source.com.au/legal/indemnity-clauses-the-pitfalls/) - Indemnity clauses are ubiquitous in contracts. However, people who draft or negotiate indemnities frequently fail to appreciate their numerous pitfalls. So, what is an indemnity? An indemnity is simply a contractual promise to pay for a loss if it occurs as a result of a specified event. In that way, an indemnity is not dissimilar
- [How to Respond if an Employee Requests Flexible Working Arrangements](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/how-to-respond-if-an-employee-requests-flexible-working-arrangements/) - By Sean Melbourne The right to request flexible working arrangements has been available to eligible employees under the Fair Work Act for some time now. Recent changes to Modern Awards, however, have added additional requirements to consult with employees and provide alternatives after a request is made. Who can request flexible working arrangements? An employee
- [How does a contract come into existence?](https://source.com.au/legal/how-does-a-contract-come-into-existence/) - Contracts are a fundamental part of commercial life. Many people have an intuitive awareness of how contracts form, but there are some traps to be aware of. For example, people are frequently surprised when told that contracts can be verbal or that a written contract may not be a “contract” (in a legal sense) if
- [Guide to Annualised Salaries](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/guild-to-annualised-salaries/) - AN EMPLOYER’S GUIDE TO ANNUALISED SALARIES On 1 March 2020 the Fair Work Commission introduced new annualised salary provisions into many awards. There is a lot of confusion about annualised salaries, so we have created this guide to set out what employers need to know about them. Download the guide
- [GST clauses: never underestimate their importance!](https://source.com.au/legal/gst-clauses-never-underestimate-importance/) - Almost every contract contains a GST clause. These clauses have an important function in a contract since they allow, among other things, a supplier to recover GST from its customer (remembering that it is the supplier who must remit GST on the transaction to the Australian Taxation Office). Despite their importance these clauses are often
- [From Contractor to Employee: Understanding the New Employment Definition in Closing Loopholes No. 2](https://source.com.au/legal/from-contractor-to-employee-understanding-the-new-employment-definition-in-closing-loopholes-no-2/) - In Closing Loopholes No. 2 the government introduced a new definition of employment that will change the way we determine whether someone is an independent contractor or employee. The new provisions will make it harder to engage people as independent contractors and increase the risk that they may later be deemed to be an employee.
- [Fiona Yiend Listed as Australasian Lawyer’s Elite Women of 2022](https://source.com.au/media/fiona-yiend-listed-as-australasian-lawyers-elite-women-of-2022/) - Source is delighted to announce that Fiona Yiend has been recognised by Australasian Lawyer in their Elite Women 2022 list. Australasian Lawyer’s second annual Elite Women list recognises exceptional female leaders that have influenced the legal profession in a way that demonstrated a passion for the law and have broken boundaries to support and succeed.
- [Executive Director of Source Workplace, Sean Melbourne, joins Peace at the Water Cooler Podcast](https://source.com.au/media/executive-director-of-source-workplace-sean-melbourne-joins-peace-at-the-water-cooler-podcast/) - Executive Director of Source Workplace, Sean Melbourne, joins Saranne Segal on the Peace at the Water Cooler podcast to discuss workplace investigations and conflict resolution in the workplace. In the podcast episode, Sean explained learnings from his experience with workplace investigations and emphasised the need to shift towards a human-based approach when dealing with workplace
- [Executive Director, Jenny Mulders Moderates IMAP Podcast, Independent Thought](https://source.com.au/media/executive-director-jenny-mulders-moderates-imap-podcast-independent-thought/) - Source Compliance Executive Director and Chair of the IMAP Regulatory Group, Jenny Mulders, recently moderated a special episode of IMAP’s Podcast series, Independent Thought. Jenny Mulders joined Hamilton Locke Partner Simon Carrodus and Holley Nethercote Partner Jesse Vermiglio to discuss the ongoing Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) for Managed Account Providers. In the podcast episode,
- [Embracing Human-Centric Leadership: Putting People First](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/embracing-human-centric-leadership-putting-people-first/) - Leaders are one of the most important driving forces behind an organisation’s success. Their influence directly impacts the motivation, satisfaction, and performance of employees. This year we've seen just how much leaders have needed to adapt in order to keep up with the changing nature of work. Market turbulence, social factors and remote, flexible working
- [Why Dumping Billable Hours Targets is Missing The Point](https://source.com.au/media/dumping-billable-hours/) - By Stanislav Roth This article was originally published in The Big Smoke The recent announcement from a national law firm that they are dumping billable hours targets for their lawyers was heralded as an innovative step, aimed at supporting a high-performance culture and flexibility for staff. While this move is commendable, the blunt reality is that
- [Doing Law Differently Podcast – Stanislav Roth talks value-based pricing](https://source.com.au/media/doing-law-differently-podcast-stanislav-roth-talks-value-based-pricing/) - In this 30-minute podcast, Stanislav Roth takes his 10 years of experience and translates it into a thorough and practical run-down of how to value-price, where you might run into problems and why it’s so worth it in the end. “Value-pricing changes the nature of the relationship between us and our clients. It makes us
- [Changes to Unfair Contract Terms in Regime in Australia](https://source.com.au/legal/changes-to-unfair-contract-terms-in-regime-in-australia/) - Businesses who use standard form contracts should actively take steps to review whether they are compliant with the updated unfair contract terms regime. A standard form contract exists where its terms and conditions are set unilaterally by the drafting party, and there is little scope for negotiation by the consumer or small business. On 9
- [Can legal services be provided at a fixed price?](https://source.com.au/legal/can-legal-services-provided-fixed-price/) - The answer to this question is a resounding yes! When we call a plumber, the plumber does not tell us how long it takes them to commute, the petrol they will use or the time they may spend at our house. The plumber just gives us a price (admittedly, these days it is likely to
- [Announcing the Winners of the 2023 Australian Growth Company Awards!](https://source.com.au/media/announcing-the-winners-of-the-2023-australian-growth-company-awards/) - We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023 Australian Growth Company Awards (AGCA), revealed last night at our prestigious awards ceremony hosted at the Ivy Ballroom, Sydney. This award program is dedicated to recognising and celebrating exceptional growth companies across Australia. An independent panel of judges have determined that this year’s finalists demonstrate
- [Announcing the launch of the 2023 Australian Growth Company Awards - Celebrating Success and Innovation in Business](https://source.com.au/media/announcing-the-launch-of-the-2023-australian-growth-company-awards-celebrating-success-and-innovation-in-business/) - 07 June 2023 – We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated launch of the 2023 Australian Growth Company Awards (AGCA), a program dedicated to recognising exceptional growth companies across Australia. Nominations for the AGCA are open until Tuesday, 8 August 2023. The prestigious awards ceremony announcing the 2023 winners will take place on Wednesday,
- [Announcing the Finalists of the 2023 Australian Growth Company Awards!](https://source.com.au/media/announcing-the-finalists-of-the-2023-australian-growth-company-awards/) - We are thrilled to announce the finalists of the 2023 Australian Growth Company Awards (AGCA), a program dedicated to recognising exceptional growth companies across Australia. Out of an impressive number of high-quality nominations, an independent panel of judges have determined that this year’s finalists demonstrate the highest rates of sustainable growth, innovation, integrity and contribution
- [Announcing the Finalists and Winners of the 2022 Australian Growth Company Awards](https://source.com.au/media/announcing-the-finalists-and-winners-of-the-2022-australian-growth-company-awards/) - The winners of the tenth annual Australian Growth Company Awards were announced at the first awards ceremony gala since 2019 at the ivy ballroom in Sydney on Thursday, 13 October 2022. Launched in 2012, the awards celebrate excellence and recognise companies that demonstrate high rates of sustainable growth, innovation, integrity and contribution to the community.
- [A new Consumer Data Right in New Zealand](https://source.com.au/legal/a-new-consumer-data-right-in-new-zealand/) - In a significant update in data privacy and usage regulations in New Zealand, there have been recent developments to the New Zealand Draft Customer and Product Data Bill (the "Bill"), which aims to establish a Consumer Data Right (CDR) in New Zealand. Current Status and Scope Currently before Parliament, the Bill has not yet been
- [Stay ahead of ASIC reporting: Ensure your IDR data compliance](https://source.com.au/news/stay-ahead-of-asic-reporting-ensure-your-idr-data-compliance/) - Are you a licensee required to report complaints to ASIC? The next submission window closes on 31 August 2024, so it's time to ensure your reporting is in order. All Australian Financial Services Licensees (AFSLs) who are authorised to provide services to retail clients, as well as all credit licensees, are required to report their
- [Source Appoints Lisa Dadswell as Executive Director](https://source.com.au/news/source-appoints-lisa-dadswell-as-executive-director/) - Source continues to grow with the appointment of Lisa Dadswell who joins as Executive Director in our Governance team. Lisa is an experienced Company Secretary and corporate governance professional. She brings with her extensive experience as a trusted advisor to boards and executive management of companies across a variety of sectors and industries and a
- [3 REASONS TO ADOPT AN ALTERNATIVE BUSINESS MODEL](https://source.com.au/legal/3-reasons-to-adopt-an-alternative-business-model/) - Article by Stanislav Roth. This article was originally published in Inside Small Business The recent release of the annual ‘Legal Market Pulse’ by the Commonwealth Bank confirms that terms such as NewLaw and ‘alternative business models’ (ABM) firms are now firmly entrenched in the lexicon of not just the legal industry, but the broader business
- [Source’s Holding Company, HPX Group, Recognised in the AFR’s FAST 100 List](https://source.com.au/news/sources-holding-company-hpx-group-recognised-in-the-afrs-fast-100-list/) - We are excited to share that our holding company, HPX Group, has been ranked in the prestigious Fast 100 list by the Australian Financial Review (AFR) – an acknowledgement of the Group's outstanding growth and commitment to excellence in professional services. The AFR Fast 100 list celebrates the fastest-growing companies in Australia, recognising their resilience,
- [Australasian Lawyer Recognises Source’s Legal Team in its 2023 Fast Firms Report](https://source.com.au/news/australasian-lawyer-recognises-source-in-its-2023-fast-firms-report/) - Source is thrilled to announce that our legal team we have been recognised in Australasian Lawyer’s 2023 Fast Firms Report. The report recognises the top 25 law firms in Australia that experienced standout growth in revenue, partnership headcount, general headcount and progress of expansion. The Fast Firms report is an indication of a firm’s resilience,
- [Sean Melbourne, Executive Director of Source’s Workplace Team, will Join Tandem Partners Webinar](https://source.com.au/news/sean-melbourne-executive-director-of-sources-workplace-team-will-join-tandem-partners-webinar/) - Sean Melbourne, Executive Director of Source's workplace team, will join Tandem Partners interactive webinar, Are you ready for the legislative changes to fixed term employment contracts?, taking place at 12pm (AEDT) on 8 November 2023. With new legislation on the use of fixed term employment contracts starting on 6 December 2023, the changes are designed
- [The Rising Stars of Australian Technology Revealed: 2023 Technology Scale-up Awards Winners](https://source.com.au/news/the-rising-stars-of-australian-technology-revealed-2023-technology-scale-up-awards-winners/) - The winners of the third annual Technology Scale-up Awards were revealed last night at an in-person awards ceremony hosted at Tank Stream Labs in Barangaroo. The awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements and innovation of disruptive Australian technology businesses, demonstrating remarkable growth, integrity and contribution to the community in their respective industries. This year’s
- [Company Secretary, Sarah Wilson Promoted to Executive Director](https://source.com.au/news/company-secretary-sarah-wilson-promoted-to-executive-director/) - Source is delighted to announce the promotion of Sarah Wilson effective 1 July 2023. Company Secretary, Sarah Wilson, will be promoted to Executive Director of Source Governance. Sarah brings over 10 years of corporate advisory and governance experience, including expertise in managing equity transactions, IPOs, RTOs, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructures, and due diligence investigations
- [NBR Features Source’s Expansion to New Zealand](https://source.com.au/news/nbr-features-sources-expansion-to-new-zealand/) - The National Business Review (NBR) covered Source’s recent expansion in New Zealand, effective 1 May 2023. Source1 will be joined in New Zealand by Principal, Amy Kingston-Turner and Senior Legal Counsel, Erin Mogford. This represents the second international expansion milestone for our holding company, HPX Group, which owns both Source and Hamilton Locke. This follows
- [Technology Scale-up Awards 2023 Launch Announced](https://source.com.au/news/technology-scale-up-awards-2023-launch-announced/) - The third annual Technology Scale-up Awards have officially launched today, with award partners including Hamilton Locke, Ansarada, Findex, Source and Tank Stream Labs. This year’s awards will also feature the first in-person award ceremony, to be hosted by Tank Stream Labs in Sydney on 31 August 2023. The awards celebrate disruptive Australian technology businesses that
- [Source Promotes Six Leaders Across the Business](https://source.com.au/news/source-promotes-six-leaders-across-the-business/) - Source Legal and Source HR is delighted to announce promotions, effective 1 November 2022. Senior Legal Counsel (Employment), Erin Wilson, will be promoted to Director - Employment. Senior Legal Counsel (Employment), Michael Cole, will be promoted to Director - Employment and Safety. Senior Legal Counsel (Commercial), Fiona Yiend, will be promoted to Director - Commercial.
- [Family and Domestic Violence Leave](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/family-and-domestic-violence-leave/) - Overview From February 2023, most employees will be entitled to 10 days’ paid family and domestic violence leave (FDVL), instead of the existing entitlement to five days of unpaid FDVL. This enhanced entitlement follows the recent passing of the Fair Work Amendment (Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave) Bill 2022 (Cth) by both houses of
- [Source Appoints Hilary Sutton as Director](https://source.com.au/news/source-appoints-hilary-sutton-as-director/) - We are delighted to welcome Hilary Sutton to lead the Employee Relations offering at Source. Hilary brings over 13 years’ experience as an employment lawyer and senior HR professional. Hilary has extensive experience in employee relations, employment law, HR strategy and consulting. Hilary’s senior leadership HR experience and legal background means she is uniquely placed
- [Australasian Lawyer Recognises Source in Fast Firms Report](https://source.com.au/news/australasian-lawyer-recognises-source-in-fast-firms-report/) - Source is delighted to announce that leading legal industry publication, Australasian Lawyer has recognised Source Legal as one of Australia’s fastest growing law firms, in its Fast Firms 2022 report. The report highlights the top 20 fastest firms in Australia. Australasian Lawyer’s Fast Firms report recognises law firms in Australia that experienced standout growth in
- [Source Partners with Tank Stream Labs](https://source.com.au/news/source-partners-with-tankstream-labs/) - Source is pleased to announce our partnership with technology focused coworking space and community, Tank Stream Labs, with the launch of Tank Stream Legal: Powered by Source. Our team will provide in-house style legal, HR and intellectual property services to the Tank Stream Labs community, providing an unmatched depth and breadth of expertise. Our highly
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- [Turn Your Employee Data Into Greater Business](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/turn-your-employee-data-into-greater-business-success/) - By Hayley Furer The people within your organisation are far more than just numbers — the majority of businesses would say people are their most important asset. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t use numbers to your advantage. Employee data is an exceptionally useful tool for measuring attrition, absenteeism, performance and remuneration — which can
- [How to Create Accountability and Improve Performance in Your Business](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/how-to-create-accountability-and-improve-performance-in-your-business/) - By Hayley Furer Accountability within the workplace doesn’t mean clock-watching or micromanaging your employees. In fact, creating accountability within your teams is a key part of employee engagement and business success, as it can increase motivation to achieve their goals. On the other hand, a lack of accountability sends the message that lower standards and
- [How to Create an Inclusive Work Environment That Avoids Workplace Bullying](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/how-to-create-an-inclusive-work-environment-that-avoids-workplace-bullying/) - By Hayley Furer Creating an inclusive workplace without bullying or discrimination not only means you stay on the right side of the law, but it leads to increased productivity and engaged employees. There are some simple steps to follow to create a more harmonious workplace and ensure that you are compliant. Policy basics Firstly, make
- [Boost Performance and Productivity with Source's Cost Effective HR Services](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/boost-performance-and-productivity-with-source-legals-cost-effective-hr-services/) - Businesses who need practical, cost-effective HR advice and assistance to better manage performance, productivity and compliance now have the opportunity for on-tap HR support, with the launch of Source Legal’s HR Services. Most smaller businesses do not have dedicated HR professionals, yet need HR strategies and processes to streamline operations, get the best out of
- [How to Avoid Risk in Your Business Through Simple HR Policies and Processes](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/how-to-avoid-risk-in-your-business-through-simple-hr-policies-and-processes/) - By Hayley Furer Change is inevitable in any business. In order to survive and grow, organisations must adapt to shifting demands and priorities. Regardless of the motivation or intended benefits, change can feel daunting to employees. Transitions in your business can lead to disengagement, lower productivity and even attrition. The good news is, through strong
- [How to Keep Employees Motivated and Avoid Attrition During Business Change](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/how-to-keep-employees-motivated-and-avoid-attrition-during-business-change/) - By Hayley Furer Change is inevitable in any business. In order to survive and grow, organisations must adapt to shifting demands and priorities. Regardless of the motivation or intended benefits, change can feel daunting to employees. Transitions in your business can lead to disengagement, lower productivity and even attrition. The good news is, through strong
- [Three Steps to Good Corporate Governance and Better Business](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/three-steps-to-good-corporate-governance-and-better-business/) - By Fiona Yiend If your role involves helping run a company you probably know that good corporate governance is essential for the successful and smooth operation of your business. But you might not fully understand what that really entails or the extent of the business benefits that good corporate governance can deliver, and the risks
- [Modern Slavery Does Your Business Need to Report its Response](https://source.com.au/governance-and-cosec/modern-slavery-does-your-business-need-to-report-its-response/) - By Fiona Yiend Large Australian businesses are required to report their actions in assessing and addressing modern slavery risks in their global operations and supply chains, via an annual Modern Slavery statement. The reporting requirements were introduced by the federal government in response to global action to combat rising modern slavery, under legislation that came
- [High Court Clarifies Personal Leave Rules](https://source.com.au/workplace-hr/high-court-clarifies-personal-leave-rules/) - On the 13th of August 2020, the High Court handed down its decision on how paid personal/carer’s leave is to be accrued and taken. In Mondelez Australia Pty Ltd v AMWU & Ors [2020] HCA 29, the High Court has clarified that personal/carer’s leave is to accrue at the rate of 10 notional days per
- [Announcing the Winners of the 2022 Technology Scale-up Awards](https://source.com.au/news/7505-2/) - The winners of the second annual Technology Scale-up Awards were announced earlier today via a virtual awards ceremony hosted on their LinkedIn page. Watch it here. Yellow Canary’s automation solution for workforce compliance won the Business Services of the Year category, and also took out the overall Technology Scale-up of the Year Award for their
- [Introducing Our New Source Brand!](https://source.com.au/news/introducing-our-new-source-brand/) - Source is very excited to share that effective today, 13 October 2022, the Source brand is expanding and rebranding! In July 2020, we joined professional services group HPX Group (formerly Halo Group Holdings), which is also the holding company of Hamilton Locke, Australia’s fastest-growing law firm. HPX Group is also the holding company of Compliance
- [Source Legal: The game-changing law firm who won’t charge you for their time](https://source.com.au/news/source-legal-the-game-changing-law-firm-who-wont-charge-you-for-their-time/) - This article was originally published in The Big Smoke. Clients of law firms would surely be forgiven if sometimes they perceive that they’re simply charged two or three times the cost of their lawyer’s salary plus expenses, without reference to the actual value provided. There are many instances of Australian SMEs forgoing the legal representation
- [Value-based pricing for legal services](https://source.com.au/news/value-based-pricing-legal-services/) - According to the recently published survey of legal departments conducted by the Australian Corporate Lawyers Association and its counterpart in New Zealand a whooping 4% of inhouse lawyers consider hourly billing to be the best approach of pricing legal services. This is hardly surprising - hourly billing has been actively disliked by clients and (most) lawyers for a long
- [High Court's recent decision in Fortescue v ASIC is a reminder on risks with preliminary agreements](https://source.com.au/news/high-courts-recent-decision-fortescue-v-asic-reminder-risks-preliminary-agreements/) - On 2 October 2012, the High Court ended a long battle between ASIC and Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (“Fortescue”) and its founder and chairman Andrew Forrest. Fortescue and Forrest emerged victorious but, no doubt, bruised as a result of the seven-year stoush with ASIC. The case goes back to 2004 and 2005 when Fortescue, which was not yet a “third force”

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