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Introduction Australia’s defamation laws were designed to operate as a nationally consistent scheme. That aspiration held true after every State…Transfer Pricing in Australia:...
Overview Transfer pricing rules apply when Australian businesses transact with related overseas entities. The ATO requires these transactions to be…Small Business CGT Concessions...
Overview The small business Capital Gains Tax (CGT) concessions in Australia provide significant tax relief for eligible business owners when…Australian Tax Residency: Why...
Overview Many people assume that spending 183 days or more in Australia automatically makes them a tax resident. In reality,…Contextual Truth in Defamation:...
Overview The contextual truth defence is a key defence in Australian defamation law. It allows a defendant to defeat a…Filing Defamation in the...
When considering defamation litigation in Australia, choosing the correct court and properly framing the claim at the outset is critical.…The Serious Harm Threshold...
Overview Defamation law in Australia is undergoing an important shift. In Western Australia, the Defamation Act 2005 (WA) still applies…Defamation in Australia: What...
Overview Defamation law in Australia provides protection for individuals and businesses against statements that unjustifiably damage reputation. These issues commonly…
The wilful over-valuation of...
My start point for this doomsday prediction was the negotiation of my first commercial property office lease many years ago.…Is it time to...
Countless Australian laws and regulations hold companies accountable for the environmental, social and commercial impacts of their businesses. The time…
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Gin and a Legal Tonic
Welcome to Gin and a Legal Tonic, Cove Legal’s unique video series where we blend sharp legal insights with a touch of personality. Over a glass of gin, Principal Roger Blow and guest experts break down complex legal topics into straightforward, practical advice tailored to businesses and individuals alike.
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