What is a Manufacturing Agreement?
A manufacturing agreement is just one example of a legal arrangement that affects retailers. Whilst some retailers may work on a handshake deal, it's important to consider how a manufacturing agreeme...
What is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)?
This article will explain what a Memorandum of Understanding (or MOU) is and when you may need to use one. A Memorandum of Understanding is generally considered a first step in negotiating a fo...
CONTRACT LAW UPDATE: Retailers may face penalties for unfair contract terms
Contract terms have always been finicky, especially with the sheer volume of contracts that Retailers are required to deal with on a day to day basis – this ranges from contracts with suppliers, distr...
Can I get out of my contract due to COVID-19?
At the time of writing this article, the Australian Government is continuing to announce increasing measures to shut down businesses, including many retailers, in order to slow or cease the spread of...
‘Pivoting’ could save your business in the COVID-19 pandemic
It is undoubtedly a tough time for retailers and businesses in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Focusing on online sales are a given. But have you considered 'pivoting' to a dif...
Are your contracts enforceable?
In Australia, unfair contract terms are made void and unenforceable under Australian Consumer Law. These laws apply to contracts with individual consumers, as well as small business contracts....
Do you want more website sales?
When considering accessibility, most people would consider wheelchair ramps and accessible toilets and tactile and audible elevator signals for those with vision impairment. But have you considered th...
Unfair terms in business to business contracts
Australian competition and consumer law provides protection against unfair contract terms in standard form contracts, making them void. Standard form contracts are not legislatively defined, but gener...
What is the difference between assignment and novation?
Transferring rights in a contract can be a bit like a game of musical chairs, where someone else steps into your position, usually by means of an 'assignment' or a 'novation'. The words 'assignment' a...
New Year Legal Checklist for Retailers
Want to start the new year on the best foot? We recommend spending some time to check off the following list to make sure everything is in order for the new year. Review your existing co...
Do you sell gift cards? New Australia-wide laws may soon apply
The Australian Government recently released an exposure draft of the Competition and Consumer Amendment (Gift Cards) Bill 2018 (the Bill) for public consultation. If the Bill is passed, retailers and...