Starting a business – 4 main business structures in Australia

There are 4 main business structures in Australia There are 4 main types of business...

Protecting business interests in family law proceedings

Family law issues can be disruptive to a business entity, with the potential to adversely...

A restraint of trade provision must be fair

Globalisation and technology have contributed to increased market competition and businesses are more determined than...

Setting Aside a Statutory Demand

A statutory demand can be a powerful tool for a creditor seeking to extract funds...

Traps for so called ‘Sophisticated Investors’

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) takes a firm stance against those who manipulate...

Is one director’s signature sufficient in an agreement?

Is one director’s signature sufficient in an agreement? The valid execution of a document is...

Consequences of sharing company secrets with competitors

Consequences of sharing company secrets with competitors Employees have a duty of confidentiality and good...

Removing a nominee director

Removing a nominee director When forming a company, certain documents are prepared which will be...

Anti-Phoenixing Laws and Director Penalty Notices

Anti-Phoenixing Laws and Director Penalty Notices Important Updates for Directors Company directors should note new...

Can company directors divert business opportunities?

Can company directors divert business opportunities? A director’s position in a company is one of...