Category Archives: QuickTips

#23 Have a Privacy Policy in place: collect, use and disclose information with care! If you collect personal or sensitive information from your customers or clients, then you may even be required to h...

#22 Trade mark your brand. Many make the mistake of thinking that acquiring an Australian Business Name (ABN) or Company Name (ACN) protects their brand, but it doesn’t! Remember to apply for a trade...

#21 Have a Shipping and Returns Policy. If you are an online retailer, it is easy to put these on the backburner – but think about how you will deal with lost deliveries and the return of goods!...

#20  Plan your exit strategy early – if you realise too late that your contract does not allow you to terminate for the reasons you need, you’ll likely be hit with penalties in court! Start think...

#18 Are you ready for the new unfair contract term laws in 2016? Later this year, unfair contract laws will also apply to small businesses.  Make sure to review your contracts to ensure it i...

#17 Did you know that Gladwin Legal can provide staff training? We can put together compliance training or train your marketing team on trade marks or misleading and deceptive conduct. Keep up to date...

#16 If you’re a supplier, make sure you’re not missing out on any price increases in your contracts - a new year is a great time to check whether you’re entitled to receive price increases! Keep...

#15 Do you know which of your contracts have price reviews at the start of the new year?  It’s great to stay on top of these to ensure that you don't get surprised by any of your suppliers!...

Happy holidays!  We hope you enjoy these seasonal quick tips over the next few weeks. #11 Before you offer extended warranties on your seasonal stock, ensure that your marketing is not misleadin...

#10 Review your consumer and B2B contracts (particularly small business contracts) before they are renewed for the new year!  Don’t risk hefty penalties for unfair contract terms. Keep up to dat...