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Legal updates and insights for Australian businesses.

The difference between a business name and a trademark

Business name registration isn’t a registered trademark Choosing a business name to build your brand...

Sexual harassment in the workplace

Sexual harassment in the workplace is unlawful Sexual harassment is unfortunately still a common occurrence...

Joint Venture or Partnership? Understanding the difference

What’s the difference between Joint Venture & Partnership Agreements? A joint venture involves two or more persons...

Options to renew in commercial leases – don’t get caught out!

Option clause is a term in a commercial lease An option clause is a term...

Starting a business – 4 main business structures in Australia

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

Whose laws apply in a dispute?

With the increase in ecommerce sites, it is easier than ever to provide goods and...

When is a guarantee unenforceable?

A guarantee is a binding promise of one person (the guarantor), to be answerable for...

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...