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A common way that companies grow and develop is by raising funds. To raise capital or seek new investors, companies may require either a share…
March 3, 2025
While a company or partnership structure carries with it a clear set of legal rights and obligations, the same is not necessarily the case for…
February 18, 2025
From the outside, trusts can look like a complicated type of investment structure only really understood by specialist lawyers and accountants. In essence, a trust…
February 18, 2025
There are a number of things a tenant needs to do when a commercial lease comes to an end, or the tenant wishes to terminate…
February 6, 2025
Do personal guarantees apply after lease termination and the creation of a monthly tenancy? The issue of whether personal guarantees continue to apply following the…
January 21, 2025
NDIS Providers need to be mindful of Australian Consumer Law The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced it is prioritising enforcement action against…
January 7, 2025
When businesses conduct reviews of their template commercial contracts, one of the key areas to focus on is intellectual property (IP) clauses. The value of…
January 6, 2025
Most people when they make a Will provide for their assets to be given directly to their intended beneficiaries by way of a standard Will…
December 23, 2024
Whether you are a founder of a business, an investor in a company or an employee who owns shares in a company, the shares you…
December 18, 2024
A common way that companies grow and develop is by raising funds. To raise capital or seek new investors, companies may require either a share…
December 2, 2024
Buy/Sell Agreements or Put and Call Option agreements (as they are also referred) are agreements used in the context of business succession to allow for…
November 29, 2024
WHY HAVE A BUY/SELL DEED? A Buy/Sell Deed is an agreement between the owners of a company or unit trust that upon the death or permanent…
November 21, 2024
In today’s commercial world, business owners and directors are frequently asked to provide personal guarantees on behalf of their companies, especially when suppliers extend credit…
November 13, 2024
The ATO’s stance on recovering unpaid taxes is stronger than ever. Recovery mechanisms being employed by the ATO include enforcement of strict compliance with payment…
November 8, 2024
In a landmark decision, Uber has successfully argued that payments made to its drivers are not subject to payroll tax under the relevant contractor provisions….
October 18, 2024
If you operate a company with multiple shareholders, you likely have a shareholders agreement in place. If not, you might like to consider entering into…
October 11, 2024
Business sales often involve allegations of contraventions of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). However, a recent Queensland Court of Appeal decision highlights that a misleading…
October 11, 2024
What is a DPN? A Director Penalty Notice (DPN) is a notice issued by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) that holds a company director personally…
October 11, 2024
When starting a business, it’s essential to understand the various types of companies and their legal implications. This guide highlights the critical legal aspects you…
September 20, 2024
Many businesses identify themselves as suppliers of raw materials, finished goods, or services. However, fewer businesses consider themselves as recipients of goods or services. It…
September 20, 2024
Recent Changes in Payroll Tax for Medical Practices Medical practices in Queensland, including general practitioners, physiotherapists, and dental clinics, have faced significant changes in payroll…
September 17, 2024
Shareholders Agreement For many businesses, especially startups, a shareholders agreement is one of the most crucial documents. It functions as the primary framework governing the…
September 3, 2024
As an Australian business owner, it is crucial to understand the implications of the Unfair Contract Terms regime (“UCT”) under both the Australian Consumer Law…
August 16, 2024
In the realm of business, clarity and foresight are paramount, particularly when it comes to establishing terms and conditions (T & C’s) that govern transactions…
July 15, 2024
Key Clauses in Business Sale Contracts: Essential Tips for Australian Business Owners Selling a business is a significant milestone that involves intricate legal and…
June 17, 2024
Statement of Claim Definition A Statement of Claim is a document filed by the Plaintiff and is served on a Defendant at the commencement of…
May 20, 2024
In the dynamic landscape of Australian business, of which there are 2,589,873 actively trading businesses, it’s crucial to understand the fundamentals to structuring your business…
April 29, 2024
Considering entering a joint venture? Curious about how a joint venture works? Here’s what you need to know. Have you considered joining forces with another…
April 17, 2024
Stamp duty, also known as ‘transfer duty’, is a tax imposed by some Australian State and Territory Governments on business asset sales and acquisitions. This…
April 16, 2024
Not all companies are the same, it is critical that you understand the differences. In this article we set out five key legal issues to…
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