Lease renewals – Why timing is everything!
Just because there’s an option in your lease to roll over, is it really the best option for your business?The question “Should I stay or should I go?” is one that should be considered carefully, even...
Key takeaways for businesses from the ACCC Digital Platforms Inquiry
On the 26 July 2019 the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) released the final report into the Digital Platforms Inquiry. Prompted by the rise of advertising on digital platforms su...
Why businesses are investing in legal operations
As the retail space becomes increasingly complex, more and more retailers are turning to legal operations to safeguard their business from costly mishaps. How can Legal Operations help?...
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...
Michael Kors acquires Versace
Every now and then it’s great to spoil yourself with that luxury product that you have had your eye on, and surprisingly many well-loved high-end brands are owned or being purchased by companies that...
Are you a company director? Know your obligations!
I often meet entrepreneurs that want to start up new businesses using a company structure, where they are appointed a director. When a business owner is advised to set up as a company structure...
Did you know the way you sign a contract matters?
One thing that often confuses people is the difference between execution clauses that look like this: EXECUTED by Company Pty Ltd in accordance with s 127 of the Corporations Act 2001 VS SIGNED for an...
5 common mistakes in signature clauses
Signing a document incorrectly can make it completely invalid. I have reviewed more contracts than I can count – including contracts prepared by businesses themselves in order to save on costs. In...
How fool-proof are your contracts? Top 3 Wholesale Agreement Oversights
Welcome to the final part of our three-part retail contract series. This series takes some of the key contracts from retail businesses and focuses on the three key aspects that tend to be overlo...