We invite you to attend a free legal information session delivered by HWL Ebsworth Lawyers at Bonnie Doon Golf Club, on Wednesday, 24 October 2012.
We will discuss how the following can impact your business:
Carbon pricing, ACCC approach and recent notices from shipping lines: Richard Westmoreland, Partner - Competition and Consumer Group, will talk about the introduction of the carbon tax and what you can and can't do in passing on any related costs to your customers. Richard will also comment on the recent carbon price related increases introduced by the stevedores and some shipping companies and the forced withdrawal of some of those increases.
Termination issues: Steven Penning, Partner - Workplace Relations and Safety Group, will speak on termination of employment, and minimising the risks for your business. Steven will give you some tips to assist in avoiding unfair dismissal and adverse action claims.
Sub-contractor indemnities: Danella Wilmshurst, Partner - Maritime and Trade Group, will discuss sub-contractor indemnities and the implications for your business.
Venue: Bonnie Doon Golf Club, Banks Avenue, Pagewood
Date: Wednesday, 24 October 2012
Time: Registration and drinks on arrival from 4.00pm, followed by the seminar from
4.30pm - 5.30pm.
The session will conclude with drinks and nibbles until 6.30pm.
RSVP: To Renee Barbara via email rbarbara@hwle.com.au or phone (02) 9334 8852, by
Monday, 22 October.
We hope you can join us for an informative afternoon.
Juana Mulherin
Executive Assistant
Australian Federation of International Forwarders Ltd (AFIF)
Suite 403, Level 3
152 Bunnerong Road
Eastgardens NSW 2036
Tel: (61 2) 9314 3055
Fax: (61 2) 9314 3116