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But that wasn’t in the contract! The risks of incorporation by reference
Often an agreement will refer to additional documents that are not physically attached to the agreement itself. These additional documents…
Shhhhh! Keeping a company’s confidential information a secret
All businesses, especially those involved in any form of innovation, need to take steps to prevent employees from leaving with…
The role of an expert witness in a commercial dispute
Engaging an expert witness for your commercial dispute can be critical to ensure the success of your legal case. It…
A spouse contesting a will
All jurisdictions in Australia provide statutory rights for eligible persons to contest a will on the basis that they have…
Implementing and Enforcing a Dress Code Policy in the Workplace
It’s fair to say that ‘self-expression’ through body art such as tattooing and facial piercings is on the increase. But…
Alternative Dispute Resolution Explained
Litigation can be a costly and time-consuming process and parties are increasingly seeking alternative forms of resolving disputes. This article…
Boardroom bullying: When governance crosses the line
Boardrooms are often the place of heated debate over a range of matters affecting the operations of an organisation. It…
Can my landlord stop me from assigning or subletting my lease?
Throughout the course of a lease, tenants may want to assign or sublet their lease if they sell their business,…
Rights of an unsecured creditor of a company in liquidation
Once a company is placed into liquidation, a liquidator will be appointed to manage the affairs of the company and…
Important Updates for Directors: New Anti-Phoenixing Laws
Spotlight on phoenix activities The new Treasury Laws Amendment (Combating Illegal Phoenixing) Act 2020 (“Act”) targets illegal phoenix activities by company officers,…