What does a project management approach to litigation look like?
It can be difficult to put aside emotions and personal perspectives during a dispute.
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Are you sure you want to litigate?
Being involved in litigation is both emotionally and financially draining, unpredictable, costly and time-consuming.
Avoiding contract disputes – What to do if a dispute arises
We look at the action required when a contract dispute arises with another party.
What is land resumption?
Getting a notice of intention to resume your land can be a very distressing event for a property owner.
Avoiding contract disputes – How to manage your contracts
There are steps you can take during the life of a contract to minimise disputes.
Avoiding contract disputes – Steps to take before entering a contract
The first article in our series on avoiding contract disputes.
Ten tips for directors
These are our ten tips for directors, one of which is the need to be familiar with the general duties set out in the Corporations Act…
What drives litigation?
Why do parties get involved in litigation, and behave so irrationally once they do? Once in a dispute, parties are neither rational nor commercial…
The Psychology of Litigation
There are a number of basic psychological concepts that are helpful to consider when you’re involved in litigation…
Nine tips for board minutes
Minutes of directors’ meetings are critical to protect directors and managers from claims.
Is your trading partner insolvent or just avoiding you?
A business will sometimes have a trading partner or customer that simply won’t pay…
Directors Duties 101
It is essential directors are familiar with the legal framework in which they’re operating.
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Unsolicited supplies
Sending out samples and asking consumers to pay for them is regulated under the Australian Consumer Law.
Unfair contract terms in bank documents
The big four banks have recently reviewed their small business loan contracts.
Telemarketing
The ACMA oversees the Do Not Call Register, as well as national standards for minimum levels of conduct by telemarketers.
The Do Not Call Register
Here we discuss why the Do Not Call Register is relevant for business owners.
Unconscionable conduct
In certain circumstances, the law will protect a party from unconscionable conduct.
False and misleading representations
It is unlawful for a business to make false or misleading representations.
Unfair terms in contracts: Protection for consumers and small businesses
Unfair terms are void in…
Consumer guarantees
Businesses providing goods or services to consumers need to be aware of the Australian Consumer Law.
Sign on the dotted line – Formalities of signing contracts
There are a number of matters you should keep in mind.
Managed investment schemes – High standards imposed on responsible entities
Some interesting cases…
Who is liable for company decisions?
We look at the liability of directors, company secretaries and other related persons.
Sustainable business in a global age
There are good risk mitigation reasons for businesses to adopt CSR reporting.
A culture of compliance
A proper process for requiring and monitoring compliance cannot be underestimated.
