What Are the Legal Requirements for Made in Australia Product Labels?
Having a ‘Made in Australia’ label on products can significantly influence purchase decisions. Find out what the legal requirements are in this article.
How Does Fair Use Apply To Trademarks?
‘Fair use’ can be an important defence to any intellectual property allegation. Read on to find out how fair use can apply to trademarks.
Can I Prevent Employees From Joining a Union?
In Australia, employers cannot prevent employees from joining a union. Hence, as an employer it is important to understand what rights unions protect.
Are Implied Duties Included in my Employment Contract?
The short answer is ‘yes’. Unless implied duties are expressly excluded by the employer, a range of implied duties may apply. Read more here.
What is an Operational Plan?
An operational plan can help you strategise and put your business’s ideas into practice. Find out how to prepare one in this article.
It is Legal to Ask for Photos on Job Applications?
Photos are no longer common on job applications, in fact asking for them might breach discrimination laws. Find out more in this article.
When Can Employees Cash Out Their Annual Leave?
Employees sometimes ‘cash out’ their annual leave. This is when an employee receives a payment instead of taking time off work.
What Happens To Shares When A Company Is Sold?
Knowledge of how shares and companies operate can give you the upper hand in business. Read more about what happens to shares when a company is sold here.
Long Service Leave: An Ultimate Guide for Employers in Australia
Understand what your employees are entitled to in regards to long service leave in this ultimate guide.
What is a Letter of Intent (LOI) and When Should I Use One?
Read this article to find out why you should consider using a Letter of Intent (LOI) next time you negotiate or want to make your intentions clear.
Is It Illegal If I Do Not Pay My Staff Sick Leave?
Paying staff sick leave that employees are entitled to is extremely important. Read about the different factors that determine these responsibilities here.
What Is an Anticipatory Breach?
An anticipatory breach is a breach of contract that is yet to occur. Find out what options each party has in this article.
Administration: Involuntary Versus Voluntary
Administration is one of the ways a company can manage insolvency. It can be Involuntary and Voluntary, but what are the differences?
Job Advertisements: What’s Discriminatory?
Ever wondered what’s discriminatory when it comes to job advertisements? Find out what you can and can’t advertise for here.
What Does The Term ‘Issue’ Mean In A Will?
Probate terminology is often unclear. Read this article to find out what the term ‘issue’ in a will means and how it’s used to distribute assets.
When Should Employee Timesheets Be Kept?
Timesheets are valuable for tracking your payroll and employee productivity. Find out what they are and how they should be used here.
What’s the Difference Between Corporate and Commercial Law?
Do you need a lawyer with expertise in corporate or commercial law? Read this article to discover how they’re different and which one is right for you.
What Is PAYG Withholding: A Complete Guide For Employers
Employers are required to withhold portions of their employees’ salaries for tax purposes. Find out how PAYG Withholding works here.