Terminating someone’s employment is never a nice thing to do, and is usually stressful and upsetting for everyone involved. In addition, unfair dismissal matters can be complex and frustrating for all parties involved. Since the commencement of the Fair Work Act in 2009, employers have had additional responsibilities placed on them to ensure they are...
Hearing the words lawyer, help and cash flow in the same sentence may seem odd to some. The reality though (and it doesn’t matter what business you are in), your credit controller and your litigation lawyer should be “besties”. Why? Because a good litigation lawyer knows that having a close business relationship with its client’s...
Despite business’ best efforts, commercial disputes often arise at the most unexpected and inconvenient time. Preparing and proceeding to trial is an expensive, time-consuming and emotionally draining exercise. This is why resolving your dispute in a fast and effective manner should remain a top priority. Whilst a stress-free resolution of a dispute may seem ambitious,...
A company’s internal management is usually governed by the company’s constitution. A company’s constitution is usually drafted in a standard format and does not provide protection for the company’s shareholders in the event of a dispute between them or where issues, not covered by the constitution, arise. Such disputes or issues can be resolved by...
Business partnerships are often seen as an attractive business structure as they can be cost and tax effective. Thorough planning prior to the commencement of the business relationship is imperative to ensure that the partnership can take advantage of the benefits offered by a partnership structure and consider any potential risks before moving forward. Whilst...
To give your business the best chance at profitability and success it is essential that you carefully choose a business structure that best suits its needs. Depending on these needs, your choice of business structure may have a positive or negative impact on continued costs, tax liabilities, the level of protection afforded to various assets...
The Federal Government has enacted legislation extending the unfair contract term protections of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001 (Cth) to the small business sector. Under the new laws, a Court is able to declare that a term of a standard form small business contract...
To give your business the best chance at profitability and success it is essential that you carefully choose a business structure that best suits its needs. Depending on these needs, your choice of business structure may have a positive or negative impact on continued costs, tax liabilities, the level of protection afforded to various assets...
If your business or one you know (or an individual) is facing litigation, either because another party is threatening it, or because you feel you have a right to take action, what do you do first and where do you seek help? It has been said that litigation is a game in which the Court...
A partnership is a common business structure where a relationship exists between two or more people or entities who are carrying on a joint business venture with a view to profit. We recommend you consider the following tips if you are contemplating entering into a partnership, are involved in a partnership or wish to dissolve...
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