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What You Should Know About Privacy Law in Australia
Here’s what you need to know about the changes to Australian Privacy Law as a small business owner.
Restraint of Trade
A restraint of trade is usually requested to protect business revenue and reputation. A confidentiality agreement regarding the use of confidential information may have some of the same effects as a restraint of trade, but they are not the same thing.
Distributor Agreements
As a small business operator in Australia, entering into a distribution agreement can be a beneficial way to expand your reach and increase sales. Distribution agreements are contracts between two parties where one party agrees to distribute the products or services of the other party in a particular territory or market.
What the Changes to Unfair Contract Terms Mean for Small Businesses
If you have previously paid little attention to your standard form contracts, you are now advised to review your established business practices or potentially face being held liable for severe penalties for seeking to impose or enforce any unfair contract terms.
Revenue Share Deals for Online Business – the Legal Side
Generally speaking, in a revenue share deal one partner has unique skills which can enhance the performance of a business beyond its current state (eg. strategy), and the other party has a business they want to improve, without the knowledge or experience to do so (eg. operations). As the operations person, the strategic partner often becomes your objective, trusted advisor and promoter, without having any control, ownership or decision making in the business.
Online Learning: Protecting Your Business Online
As a Business Owner it is hard to find practical legal answers. Watch these 7 short videos to better protect your business online and how to manage the essential legal issues. Get the answers you need for your business about Consumer Protection, Privacy, Terms & Conditions, Website Ownership, Copyright Law, Managing Testimonials, Comments and Review and staying Anti-Spam Compliant.
What Are Shareholder Agreements and Why Are They Important?
As with all business relationships, it is important for all parties to understand their rights and responsibilities, contributions, and entitlements. This is the same for the shareholders of a company.
The 7 Key Legal Issues in Buying a Business
If you are interested in buying a business, whether this is your first time or your tenth, there are some key legal issues you should be aware of.
Can Doctors Use Testimonials in Australia?
Registered health practitioners in Australia are required to comply with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) advertising guidelines. So can doctors use testimonials in Australia? Read more here.
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