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Revenue-based Finance Agreements: Key Terms for Australian Businesses
A revenue based finance agreement can offer quick capital, but the real risk sits in the contract terms....

Brand Protection for Australian SaaS Startups
Brand protection for Australian SaaS startups covers more than a logo or domain. Learn how trade marks, IP...

Termination Clauses in Supply Contracts for Agricultural Suppliers in Australia
A termination clause in an agricultural supply contract can decide who carries the loss when orders stop, quality...

Unsociable-hours Staff: Legal Duties & Best Practice for Night or Early Shifts
Night shifts, early starts and weekend rosters can create underpayment, safety and contract risks if your business gets...

When Australian Animation Studios Should Use Contractor Agreements
A contractor agreement can work well for Australian animation studios, but only if the arrangement is genuinely contractor-style...

Lease Terms Clinical Trial Service Providers Should Check Before Signing in Australia
Clinical trial service providers often focus on rent and miss the lease terms that affect fitout access, permitted...

When Site Control Turns A Demolition Subcontractor Into An Employee
Demolition businesses often get caught out by calling workers contractors when the real arrangement looks more like employment....

Associate Vet Agreements in Australia
Associate vet agreements can affect contractor classification, payment disputes, client ownership and post-exit restraints. Here is what Australian

Who Owns Freelancer IP in an Australian Venue Hire Business?
If your venue hire business uses freelancers for branding, photography, websites or marketing, paying for the work does...

Refund and Cancellation Terms for Australian Commercial Kitchen Operators
Refund and cancellation terms can be a major risk area for shared kitchens, ghost kitchens and production facilities....

National Employment Standards for Real Estate Agencies and Property Managers in Australia
Real estate businesses run on people. Whether you operate a suburban sales agency, a boutique property management business,...

Spam Act 2003 (Cth): Australian Business Compliance Essentials
If you run a business in Australia, chances are you rely on marketing to grow - email newsletters,...

Do Your Existing Customer Terms Still Cover What Your Business Is Selling?
Have your customer terms quietly fallen behind your business? A small change in what you sell or how...

Force Majeure Clauses: Examples And How To Use Them In Contracts
If you run a small business, you’ve probably had at least one moment where a deal looked solid...

Free Business Sale Agreement Template (Word): Australian Small Business Essentials
If you’re selling (or buying) a small business in Australia, it’s normal to start with a Google search...

How To Start A Cryptocurrency Business In Australia: Legal Steps
If you’re thinking about how to start a cryptocurrency in Australia, you’re probably already across the exciting parts:...

IP Ownership Issues for Dental Clinics in Australia
Dental clinics often assume they own their brand, website and patient-facing content, but ownership is not always automatic...

Key Supplier Agreement Terms for Australian Online Retailers
Supplier agreements can make or break an online retail business. Here are the key supplier contract terms Australian...

Minimum NES Entitlements in Australia: What Employers Need to Provide
The National Employment Standards set the baseline rights employers must provide in Australia. This guide explains the list...

Business Sale Completion Checklists: Common Legal Mistakes for Australian Sellers
Selling a business in Australia can fall over at the completion stage if approvals, asset transfers, employee issues...

Staff Handbook Policies for Creative Agencies in Australia
A staff handbook can help creative agencies set clear rules on confidentiality, IP, social media, remote work and...

Online Terms for Australian Courier Businesses
Online terms for courier businesses do more than sit on a website. They shape bookings, delivery promises, claims,...

Managed Service Provider Staffing Agreements in Australia
Using an external provider for contractors or temporary staff can save time, but the managed service provider staffing...

Contract Assignment: What It Means for Your Business and How to Do It Properly
Contract assignment can be useful when a business is sold, restructured or transferring key rights under an agreement,...
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