When is Service of Legal Documents on a Business Valid (NSW)?
Properly serving a legal document is an important process in court proceedings. Read more about the rules on serving a Business or Company here.
What is Merchantable Quality in a Sale of Goods?
What is considered merchantable quality will usually depend on price, description and the purpose for which goods are used. Read about it here.
Misrepresentation: Everything You Need To Know
Find out everything you need to know about the different types of misrepresentation and how it might impact your contractual rights.
What is Novation of Contract?
Want to alter the terms or parties to your contract? You can do this with a novation of contract. Learn everything there is to know.
Consensus Ad Idem; A Valid Contract Requirement
Consensus ad idem is a term used in contract law meaning ‘agreement’. It is an integral requirement for a valid contract. Read our guide to find out more.
What Is a Strike out Application?
Parties involved in litigation can apply to strike out part, or all of a pleading. If it is struck out, it is dismissed. Read more here.
What Are Interpleader Proceedings?
Interpleader proceedings provide an opportunity for individuals and companies avoid multiple entitlement disputes for property they know they will lose.
What Is a Concise Statement?
A concise statement enables the Court to understand the key issues of a case without getting sidetracked by unnecessary facts or issues. Find out more here.
What Happens if a Memorandum of Understanding is Breached?
Is the memorandum of understanding a legally binding document? If so, what happens when a memorandum of understanding is breached? Find out more here.
Memorandum Of Understanding vs Contract: When To Use What
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) can be a great asset to contract negotiation. Here are our tips on when to use an MOU, and what to avoid when drafting one.
What is a Legal Information Barrier?
A legal information barrier is often used in law firms to ensure that a conflict of interest does not arise. Find out how it works here.
Can I Sue a Building Contractor Without a Signed Contract?
Needing to sue someone such as a building contractor without a signed contract is very common. So what options do you have?
What Is a Breach of Fiduciary Duty?
A fiduciary duty will impose important legal obligations upon you. Find out what happens if you breach these obligations here.
What Is Consequential Loss?
Looking to avoid paying damages for a breach of contract? Find out what consequential losses are and why they are important in protecting your business.
What’s the Difference Between a Subpoena and a Notice to Produce?
Subpoenas and Notices to Produce are documents commonly used in Court proceedings. Read this article to find out what they are and how they’re different.
How does the Business Judgment Rule work?
The business judgment rule is designed to protect directors when a decision they make backfires. Read more about how and when this rule applies here.
Non-Disparagement Clauses: A Way to Protect Yourself?
Want to shield yourself from bad feedback about your business? Learn about non-disparagement clauses and why you should not use them.