Agency Relationships: What Are The Different Types?
Agents can help you take care of things when you simply cannot do so yourself. Sometimes rights and obligations can get confusing and it can help to define the relationship. There are lots of different kinds of agency relationships and in this article, we focus on those found in commercial settings.
What Are the Privacy Implications of a Cashless Society?
As we edge closer towards living in a completely cashless society, legal questions regarding privacy abound. Find out more here.
Interrogatories: An Explainer
Preparing for a court case? Want the court to know the relevant facts? Learn all you need to know about interrogatories here.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Is Silence Acceptable in Commercial Negotiations?
Generally, silence is not acceptable. However, there are a few exceptions that apply to this rule. Read on to find out more.
How to Start a Pest Control Business
Are you a skilled pest controller and thinking of starting your own business? Read our guide on how to start your own pest control business.
Can I Trademark a Phrase?
Find out if you can protect your phrase in this post!
What Happens if an NDA Is Breached?
NDAs can be a great way to prevent someone from disclosing sensitive information about your business. But what can you do if your NDA is breached?
What’s the Difference Between a Franchise and a Partnership?
Deciding what business structure to adopt is an important decision – find out the differences between a franchise and partnership here.
Retail and Wholesale Clients: How Do They Differ?
Don’t understand the difference between a retail and wholesale client? In this article we break down the difference between them, and why it matters.
Expiry Date & Best Before Date: What’s The Difference?
Are you wondering what the difference between an expiry date and a best before date is? Read this article to learn more about how each is used.