Fair Dealing and Fair Use: How Australian Copyright Differs from the USA
Chances are you’ve heard of ‘fair use’ when it comes to copyright. In Australia, we don’t use fair use. Instead, we have a principle called fair dealing. Is there a difference?
What is a Stay of Proceedings?
A stay of proceedings occurs when a court looks to avoid undue or unfair circumstances. Here’s why and how they may occur.
5 Things You Should Know About Piracy In Australia
Wondering why it’s suddenly difficult to torrent movies online? This article will explain why.
What is Seller Financing?
Find out what seller financing is and if it’s the right choice for you.
What is the Difference Between a Public and Private Company?
Interested in learning more about the differences between a public and private company? Read along.
Who Can Witness a Statutory Declaration?
Need to have a statutory declaration witnessed and unsure how? Read here about who can witness your statement according to the law.
What are the Differences Between Magistrates and Judges?
While they are both representative of the Crown, Judges and Magistrates considerably differ from one another. Learn about the differences here.
How Does a Retainer Fee Work?
A retainer creates a duty between lawyer and client, but how do fees work? And how are they determined? Read this article to learn more.
How to Set Up a Holding Company in Australia?
It is important to understand how to set up a holding company if you want to diversify your business across different companies. Read more here.
Is it Legal to Change an Employee’s Role?
The evolving needs of your business may mean that it is necessary for you to alter an employee’s role. Find out whether this is legal here.
Party/Party Costs vs Solicitor/Client Costs: What’s Different?
Legal fees can be expensive enough on their own, but what happens when the Court makes a costs order? Read this guide to find out.
What Is a Mandatory Injunction?
A mandatory injunction is a type of remedy afforded by the Courts. Find out more about mandatory injunctions in this article.
Can I use a Registered Business Name as my Company Name?
Find out how to use a registered business name as your company name.
4 Examples of Intellectual Property That Every Business Should Know
What are the most common examples of intellectual property? Read this article to find out so you can protect your intellectual property.
What is an Equitable Interest?
Having an equitable interest in a property may give the holder the right to acquire legal title. Find out what this means and when it can occur here.
Difference Between Voidable and Unenforceable Contracts
It can be confusing to understand the difference between voidable and unenforceable contracts when the terms are sometimes used interchangeably. Learn the distinction in this guide.
Employment Contracts: Are They Legally Required?
Although you are not legally required to provide an employment contract, you should do so. Keep reading to find out more.
Can I Sue For Lost Opportunity?
Yes, you can. However, the lost opportunity must arise from a contractual breach, misleading and deceptive conduct or negligence. See more.