Lydiard Law

Paul Cott
  • 5.0 (14)
  • BUSINESS

Paul Cott, Principal of Law on Lydiard, unpacks some of the most common legal issues that affect many of us in business and in life. Topics include building contracts, insolvency and bankruptcy, business and employment, property and VCAT matters, wills and probate issues, and more. Paul provides a general understanding of where you might stand and the options available. It's of general advice only and may not directly reflect your own circumstances.

  1. 30/10/2023 · BONUS

    Paul Cott’s journey in law

    In this special episode of Lydiard Law, we hear the story behind Paul Cott’s life and journey to a career in law. It wasn’t the most conventional route – Paul was already well established in the banking industry. He thought there was more to life than that, so he applied himself in law school as a mature-aged student, then received an offer from a law firm in Melbourne. He followed his partner to Ballarat and soon decided to set up his own practice, Lydiard Law, and he hasn’t looked back. He loves what he does, and he encourages anybody to follow their own passion, and be grateful for the people they have around them. Law on Lydiard https://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    56 min

  2. 05/06/2022

    Misleading statements and conduct

    If someone has misled you, what can you do about it? Well, the law is designed to protect consumers and individuals from misleading statements or conduct. But it all depends, of course, on the situation and what was said or done. Paul Cott, Principal at Law on Lydiard takes us through the finer details of the law. Law on Lydiardhttps://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  3. 15/05/2022

    Rights of all employees

    Not only do employees deserve to be treated fairly and with respect, it’s also the law. Employees have a long list of rights and legal protections in the workplace, including how they’re paid, how they’re hired, leave entitlements, safety, termination, redundancy, and so on. Paul Cott, Principal at Law on Lydiard, explains the rights of all employees. Law on Lydiardhttps://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min

  4. 10/04/2022

    The Court and Tribunal System in Australia

    Ever wondered the difference is between each of the courts we have? For example, what’s the County Court and what cases does it deal with, versus, say, the Magistrate’s Court or the Supreme Court? Is the judge the same as a magistrate? What’s the role of tribunals in the judicial system? Paul Cott, Principal at Law on Lydiard discusses Australia’s court and tribunal system. Law on Lydiardhttps://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min

  5. 20/03/2022

    What happens if staff are underpaid?

    Paying staff their wages should be straight forward enough, but with so many different types of awards in place in Australia, sometimes underpayment occurs. It may be unintentional, but that’s no excuse – the law doesn’t look favourably on the “ignorance” defence. To discuss underpayment – whether it’s wages or superannuation or annual leave – is Paul Cott, Principal at Lydiard Law. Law on Lydiardhttps://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min

  6. 27/02/2022

    Workplace Redundancy – the ins & outs

    Firing an employee for misbehaviour or incompetence is one thing with its own set of rules. Redundancy is something else entirely, but it also comes with legal obligations. Paul Cott, Principal at Law on Lydiard, explains the ins and outs of redundancy and the requirements employers should understand. Law on Lydiardhttps://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min

  7. 06/02/2022

    What exactly is a casual employee?

    In 2021, the High Court of Australia clarified the definition of casual employment by recognising it can be regular, long-term, and predictable. Paul Cott, Principal at Law on Lydiard, discusses what casual employment is exactly and what business owners should keep in mind when employing casuals. Law on Lydiard https://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  8. 09/01/2022 · BONUS

    Summer Series: Unfair dismissal – harsh, unjust and unreasonable? (Re-release)

    Sometimes, a dismissed employee feels they’ve been unfairly sacked and will take legal action. What happens then? What’s the process? For example, what factors does the Fair Work Commission consider when deciding whether a dismissal is reasonable or not? Paul Cott, Principal at Law on Lydiard discusses some of the main issues of an unfair dismissal matter in action. Law on Lydiard – https://www.lawonlydiard.com.au/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min
See All (62)

5
out of 5
14 Ratings

About

Paul Cott, Principal of Law on Lydiard, unpacks some of the most common legal issues that affect many of us in business and in life. Topics include building contracts, insolvency and bankruptcy, business and employment, property and VCAT matters, wills and probate issues, and more. Paul provides a general understanding of where you might stand and the options available. It's of general advice only and may not directly reflect your own circumstances.

Information

  • Creator
    Paul Cott
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Paul Cott
  • Show Website
    Lydiard Law