Why do I need a service agreement?

Businesses who provide or receive services should ensure they have a service agreement in place. A service agreement sets out the rights and obligations of each party to the arrangement and provides a...
June 18, 2021
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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...
March 25, 2021
Memorandum of Understanding

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 formal...
March 22, 2021

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...
April 2, 2020

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. What...
June 18, 2019

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...
June 11, 2019
Unfair terms in business to business contracts

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...
January 22, 2019
What is the difference between assignment and novation

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...
January 8, 2019