Contracts Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on contracts for australian businesses.
How To Use A Disclaimer In A Sentence
Disclaimers are a simple way to set expectations, manage risk and reduce disputes - but only if they’re clear and used in the right places. If you’ve ever wondered how to write...
8 January 2026
Drag Along & Tag Along Clauses In Shareholders Agreements (2026 Updated)
If you’re building a company with co-founders or investors, you’re probably focused on growth: product, revenue, hiring, funding rounds. But when a potential exit appears (or a dispute breaks out), the question...
8 January 2026
Termination Fees In Australia: When Can You Charge One Fairly?
Ending a contract early can disrupt plans, cash flow and staffing. For many Australian small businesses, a termination fee feels like the practical way to cover the costs of cancellations or early...
8 January 2026
Negotiating Lease Terms In Australia: Protect Your Position
Signing a lease can be one of the biggest commitments your small business makes. The right lease terms can support growth, cash flow and flexibility. The wrong terms can lock you into...
8 January 2026
Employee Obligations in Australia: What Employers Need To Know
Hiring staff is a big milestone for any small business. It’s exciting - and it comes with clear employee obligations you need to meet under Australian law. If you understand your obligations...
8 January 2026
Assignment Clause In Contracts: What It Means
Dealing with customers, suppliers, or partners often means signing contracts. Hidden in those contracts is a small line that can have a big impact on your business when things change: the assignment...
8 January 2026
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) Explained
If your business uses overseas software tools, outsources support offshore, or sells to customers in the EU or UK, you’ve probably come across “standard contractual clauses”. They’re a key mechanism for legally...
8 January 2026
How To Assign a Commercial Lease to Another Tenant in Australia
Thinking about transferring your lease to another tenant because you’re selling your business, relocating, or restructuring? You’re not alone. Moving on from a premises is a normal part of business growth. The...
8 January 2026
Why Do I Need A Personal Training Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re a personal trainer (PT) in Australia, you’re probably in the business of helping people feel stronger, healthier and more confident. You’re not just selling “sessions” - you’re delivering a service...
8 January 2026
What Is a Facility Agreement and How Does It Work?
Securing the right finance can unlock the next stage of growth for your small business. Whether you need working capital to cover cash flow gaps, a line of credit to manage seasonality,...
8 January 2026
Key Things to Check Before Buying a Business in Australia
Buying an existing business can be a smart way to grow faster, step into an established customer base, and avoid starting from zero. But it’s also a big commitment. The numbers, contracts,...
8 January 2026
Shareholder Loan Agreements in Australia
Injecting cash into your company doesn’t always mean raising equity or going to the bank. For many Australian small companies, a shareholder loan is a straightforward way to fund growth, stabilise cash...
8 January 2026
Key Personnel: What They Are And How To Protect Your Business
Every small business has people it can’t live without. Whether it’s a founder who brings in sales, a head developer who knows the code base inside-out, or a site manager who holds...
8 January 2026
Need a Contract Reviewed? 3 Reasons Why You Should Speak With A Lawyer (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a business, contracts pop up everywhere - supplier agreements, customer terms, leases, partnership arrangements, contractor agreements, subscription terms, and more. And when you’re busy, it’s tempting to treat a...
8 January 2026
Release Letter vs Deed: When Each Is Best in Australia
Ending a contract or resolving a dispute is often easiest when everything is put in writing - clearly, fairly and finally. That’s where a release letter comes in. It can help you...
7 January 2026
What Is A Deed Of Waiver, Release & Indemnity? (2026 Updated)
If you run a business, you’ll eventually face a situation where someone wants you to “sign a deed” before money changes hands, a relationship ends, or a dispute gets put to bed....
7 January 2026
Adjudication vs Arbitration in Australia: Which Works Best?
Disputes are an unfortunate part of doing business. The good news is, you have options to resolve them quickly and cost‑effectively without derailing your operations. Two common pathways you’ll hear about in...
7 January 2026
ACCC Automatic Renewal: 2026 Compliance Update
Automatic renewals can be great for your cashflow and customer retention. But they can also be one of the quickest ways to lose trust (and attract complaints) if customers feel “tricked” into...
7 January 2026
Everything You Need To Know About Child Care Agreements (2026 Updated)
Running a child care service is about much more than providing great care. You’re also responsible for managing expectations with families, staying on top of safety and compliance, and protecting your business...
7 January 2026
What Is A Hardware Supply Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If your business buys, sells, installs or bundles “hardware” (think devices, components, equipment, POS terminals, smart home products, networking gear, specialised parts, or even industrial machinery), your supplier relationships can make or...
7 January 2026
What Is The Legal Definition Of A Business Day? (2026 Updated)
If you run a business, you’ll see the phrase business day everywhere - in leases, invoices, employment letters, supplier contracts, and even government forms. It sounds simple, but it can become surprisingly...
7 January 2026
5 Unfair Business Practices To Avoid In Australia In 2026
Running a small business in Australia in 2026 means you’re probably wearing a few hats at once: marketing, sales, customer support, operations, and (somewhere in the middle) legal compliance. The tricky part...
7 January 2026
Why It’s Important To Have A Strong Commercial Lease (2026 Updated)
Signing a commercial lease can feel like a big “tick the box” moment - you’ve found the right location, you’re ready to fit it out, and you just want the keys. But...
7 January 2026
IT Service Agreement and IT Support Agreement: What’s The Difference? (2026 Updated)
If you run a business in Australia, chances are you rely on tech every day - email, cloud systems, accounting software, POS, cybersecurity tools, and the people who keep it all running....
7 January 2026
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