David Mutton

Oct 3, 2024 | mondaq.com | David Mutton

Search warrants are a crucial tool in the enforcement of corporate law in Australia. Under section 530C of the Corporations Act 2001 ("the Act"), search warrants can be issued to facilitate the investigation of company affairs, especially in cases where there is suspicion of misconduct or breaches of the Act.

Jul 5, 2024 | mondaq.com | A Liquidator |David Mutton

The Personal Property Securities Register ("PPSR") is a critical tool for businesses in Australia to protect their interests in personal property. By registering security interests, businesses can secure their claims against assets and reduce the risk of financial loss in cases of debtor default. However, perfecting PPSR security interests is an intricate process that requires careful attention to detail and adherence to legal requirements.

Jul 4, 2024 | mondaq.com | Tom Gardner |Tobin Insights |David Mutton

CP Cathro & Partners More Cathro & Partners are experts in providing insolvency and restructuring services that help to create and preserve business value. With a reputation for delivering high quality results, we can assist your business to overcome strategic and financial challenges. You can rely on our team to find the right solution for you and protect the interests of stakeholders. We pride ourselves on identifying tailored solutions for your business.

May 30, 2024 | mondaq.com | Tom Gardner |Tobin Insights |David Mutton

The biggest inclusion in the Federal Government's 2024 Budget from an insolvency practitioner's perspective was that recoveries to repay outstanding superannuation is now a consideration when the FEG recovery program is looking to fund liquidators' recovery actions.

Nov 16, 2023 | mondaq.com | David Mutton

With a steep rise in interest rates, a cost-of-living crisis, escalating tensions abroad, and having just experienced a pandemic, many small businesses have done it tough in recent times. As a result, an escalating tax debt may be getting difficult to manage, despite your best efforts to get on top of it. In fact, it may feel like every payment you make just goes towards paying the interest, rather than your primary debt. So, what can be done?