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Tax In Family Law Settlements: CGT And Division 7A

Separating couples often overlook the tax implications of property settlements, only to face unexpected capital gains tax liabilities years later when assets are sold. With the 2025 amendments to the Family Law Act fundamentally changing how uncrystallised CGT liabilities are treated, understanding the interplay between tax law and family law has become critical to preserving the real value of a settlement. This analysis examines how strategic tax structuring at the point of settlement—including CGT r

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Property Settlements In Family Law: How Do Courts Decide What’s Fair?

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In this podcast, Charles Bagot KC of Gatehouse Chambers and Janine Clark, Partner at Clyde & Co in Brisbane, explore the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in personal injury claims.

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Hugging Face, Anthropic And AI Agents: Practical Lessons For Innovators

The recent Hugging Face/OpenAI incident reveals critical lessons about AI agent security and confidential information exposure. When AI systems gain access to internal repositories containing source code, patent materials, and trade secrets, businesses face unprecedented risks that require deliberate controls and IP-focused governance before deployment.

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