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A rolling contract, also known as an “evergreen contract” is an agreement with no fixed end date, and will continue to operate until one party decides to terminate it. They differ from fixed term contracts, which come to an end after a specific date or when the goods or services have been provided to the […]

Lawyers can be annoying.  We get that.  However, one of the most important pieces of advice I can give to clients is to always put their oral agreements in writing. Although oral agreements can be valid and legally enforceable in many cases, having a written agreement in place that signed by both parties provides clarity,

Running a business in Australia that employs and services children comes with significant responsibilities and obligations. As a business owner, it is your duty to ensure that the children you work with are safe, healthy and happy. Here are some of the key obligations that you should be aware of when running a business that

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an Australian government initiative that provides support and funding to individuals with disabilities. The scheme is designed to help people with disabilities live more independent lives and participate more fully in their communities. As a registered provider of NDIS services, there are certain obligations that you must meet

If you’re considering becoming a contestant on a reality TV show, there’s some things that you need to consider, and they aren’t just limited reputational.  Reality television has been ever-present in Australian culture since the premiere of the much-loved (at least back then!) Big Brother in 2001, to the introduction of a raft of new

Australia is moving towards being a cashless society and most small businesses (or at least the young cashiers!) expect payment via electronic payment methods, such as Tap ‘n Go, ApplePay or GooglePay.  There are, however, some businesses that have a cash-only payment policy.  So is it legal to operate a cash only business in Australia? 

You have a great business idea, but how do you commercialise it and set up a business in Australia? Setting up a business in Australia is a great way to earn an income, but taking a few steps to ensure you’re legally compliant is important. Here’s how to get yourself up and running in Australia. 

What is the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme? Australia recently implemented a comprehensive breach notification scheme known as the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme (NDB Scheme). The NDB Scheme applies to businesses with an annual turnover of over $3 million, credit reporting bodies, businesses that trade in personal information, health service providers and tax file number recipients.

The employee share scheme (ESS) is an integral part of the financial landscape in many Australian companies. They are sometimes referred to as ESOPs (or Employee Share Option Plans), but the reality is an ESS is slightly different from n ESOP.  To keep it simple, an ESS allows employees to purchase or be awarded shares

If you discover a third party using your trade mark, it’s important to take swift and decisive action. This can help to protect your brand and your reputation.  The 3 main steps in the process are: Consult a trade mark attorney. A trade mark attorney can advise you on the best steps to take. Having