153 publications by our lawyers on commercial law, leasing, buying and selling a business, contracts, disputes, property and estates. Page 4 of 8.
What is a Lawful and Reasonable Direction in the Context of COVID-19?
COVID-19 has resulted in several changes being made to working arrangements and structures.
Understanding Borrower's Obligations in Loan Agreements
If you have borrowed money, or intend to so, it is crucial that you understand what your obligations are under the loan agreement.
Differences Between an Asset Sale, Sale of a Business and Share Sale- Which One Should You Use?
If you are looking to buy or sell a business, it is important to consider the legal, commercial and financial obligations that you will be responsible for as a result of the sale.
Understanding Your Rights With Retail/Commercial Leases Amidst COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered the capacity of many individuals to execute their work, with tenants and landlords of commercial leases being one affected group.
Important steps to take if you are a creditor of a company in liquidation
It can be a stressful and complex period being a creditor of a company in liquidation. However, there are some key steps you should take to enforce your rights, and to make a claim on outstanding payments.
Secured Creditors vs Unsecured Creditors: The Differences
The terms secured creditors and unsecured creditors appear frequently on media and in commercial contexts, so what are the key differences?
If an Employer breaches an employment contract can its restrictions be enforced?
Employment contracts often contain restraint of trade clauses seeking to restrict employees from engaging in certain conduct that may adversely affect the business.
The benefits of mediation in a commercial dispute
Lawyers are often stereotyped as being interested in prolonging an expensive Court action.
Take care when buying a property off the Plan
The term “buying off the plan” usually refers to purchasing a property that is not yet registered as a separate lot or not yet built.
Why it’s a Bad Idea to Write Your Own Will
It is relatively easy to find a free Will template on the internet and fairly cheap to buy a Will “kit” from a newsagent or online.
Serving a Statutory Demand: Guidelines for Creditors
A statutory demand is a useful way to pressure a company to pay its debts.
Understanding Unfair Dismissal Claims
Unfair dismissal matters can be complex and frustrating for both employers and employees alike.
Defending a claim in a deceased estate
Are you the executor of a Will facing a family provision claim? An executor is the legal personal representative appointed under a Will to oversee administration of the estate of a deceased person.
Rent relief and the new National Code of Conduct for Commercial Leases
The Federal Government has now made the much anticipated announcement regarding rent relief for tenants of commercial leases.
What a Will Kit doesn’t do
There are various ‘Will Kits’ available on-line, most are cheap or ‘free’ and all you need to do is download them and fill in the blanks.
Understanding a Company Charge and the PPSA
Essentially, a company charge is a security interest held by a lender over the property of a company.
Franchise Agreements and the obligations to act in good faith and reasonable cause
The typical franchise operates within a business structure that gives the franchisor discretion to implement strategies, introduce new products and set prices for the ‘branded’ goods or services.
Digital assets – estate planning essentials
The death (or purported death) of Gerald Cotton, former Chief Executive Officer of Canadian cryptocurrency exchange company, Quadriga CX, emphasises the importance of planning your electronic after-life.
Removing a Nominee Director
Removing a Nominee Director form a company is something that should be done with due process and diligence. The removal of a company officer is governed by the company's constitution.
Business Structures: Partnership
We look at business structures partnerships and how they affect the dynamic and model of the entity. From the agreement to the type of partnership- we help you make the best choice for your circumstance.