Methodology for The Lawpath Business Index
A fresh lens on who’s starting businesses in Australia, and what their choices reveal.
How to Start a Charity in Australia: Legal and Financial Guide
Learn how to start a charity in Australia with our step-by-step guide. From legal structures to registration and compliance, get expert tips and support.
What is a Cross-Claim?
If you are a defendant in proceedings and have suffered a loss by the plaintiff, you could file a cross-claim. This article explains more.
What is a Summary Judgment?
A summary judgment is a judgment issued against one party without a trial taking place. Find out here when a summary judgment may be issued.
Is Data Scraping Legal?
Data scraping refers to the ability of a web browser to imitate actions that users would be able to perform on the original website. But is this legal?
Read our guide to find out.
Is it Legal to Backdate a Contract?
Are you thinking about entering into a contract? Read this article to learn about whether you can backdate a contract in certain circumstances.
When Can an Employee Be Immediately Dismissed?
Difficult employees can be one of the hardest things for small businesses to deal with. Learn when employees can be dismissed without notice or warning.
How to Open a Community Pharmacy
Thinking of starting a community pharmacy? We explain all you need to know to make a successful start in this rewarding field.
What is a Controlled Entity?
A controlled entity is an entity that can make decisions about another entity’s financial and operating policies. Find out more here.
Is It Legal to Wear Headphones While Driving? (2025 Update)
Wearing headphones while driving isn’t technically illegal, but it could still land you in hot water. Read this article to find out why.
Can Employees Be Forced to Take Annual Leave?
There are certain circumstances where your employer can direct you to take annual leave. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities here.
What Is A Deed Of Priority?
It’s likely you’ll come across an important legal document known as a Deed of Priority at some point. Read more about what they are and how they work here.
What Is a Summary Dismissal?
Summary dismissal is the immediate termination of employment without warning or notice. Read this article to learn more about summary dismissal and when it is justified.
How to Write a Receipt?
Learn how to write a legally compliant receipt to provide proof of transaction for your customers.
Company Liquidation: Who Gets Paid First?
When a company goes into liquidation, there may be many different parties who are owed money. Find out the order of payments in this article.
What is a Guillotine Order?
Courts can make a guillotine order to bring proceedings to an end. So what does this actually mean? Read our guide to find out more.
Understanding Document Retention Legal Requirements
In some instances, the law requires you to retain documents and data. In others, it requires you to destroy them. Read this article to find out about document retention requirements, relevant periods, and commercial best practice.
What Is A Non-delegable Duty Of Care?
As a business owner, it is likely you may owe a non-delegable duty of care at one point or another. Read about when and how it might apply to you here.
