Entering a franchise agreement

Start, expand and restructure your enterprise Entering a franchise agreement Understand what you are signing before you commit to the franchise. A franchise agreement is one of the most significant commercial commitments you will make. It governs your business for the entire term, limits what you can do with it, and dictates what happens when […]

The legal issues that are going to trip you up in 2024

The dust has barely settled on our Christmas decorations but we’re back and open for business. We like to start our year by consulting our legal ‘Crystal Ball’ and predicting what might be in store for 2024.  Interested in what we think is on the cards? Read on!  The great intergenerational wealth transfer has entered […]

Protect your confidential information with a mutual NDA

The first step in starting a successful enterprise is developing an idea, business concept, process, prototype or invention that sets you apart from other businesses. After you have your idea, the next step is to engage with other people who can help you bring it to life. Unfortunately, it’s almost impossible to enter meaningful discussions […]

How to really protect your business name

Most people believe that registering a business name means they own that business name – this is not the case in Australia. To obtain the exclusive right to use your business name, you need to register it as a trademark or prove that you hold a trademark at common law.

Will I ever realise the value in my business?

If you’re like me you pour your life and soul into building your business. But when did you last stop and ask yourself, ‘What for?’ If, like me, being in control of your financial destiny is important to you, then it’s important to make sure that the value of your business is protected if something unexpected happens.

How not to get off on the wrong foot in business

There is a wealth of “free” legal information on the web, so why would you pay for legal advice? We provide five good reasons why consulting a lawyer upfront can save you money down the road.