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Starting a business isn't always smooth sailing. Find out the mistakes early-stage businesses make and how you can avoid them.
It can be confusing to understand the difference between voidable and unenforceable contracts when the terms are sometimes used interchangeably. Learn the distinction in this guide.
We're proud to celebrate the more than 200,000 Australians who have used Lawpath for their legal needs. Read about our journey so far.
You may have wondered if you can patent a business method if it is unique and gives your business a competitive advantage. Find an answer in this guide.
A digital marketing strategy is a necessity for any business owner. Read more about the benefits of using online platforms here.
The 2022 Financial Year is soon to start, but there are important things you should clear with a lawyer first. Find out more here.
It is important to understand the difference between a hobby and a business for legal and tax purposes. Read more here.
A divisional trademark application is something that is filed to divide your original patent application. Find out what it is and how to file one here.
A mandatory injunction is a type of remedy afforded by the Courts. Find out more about mandatory injunctions in this article.
If your business processes online payments, you need to have a merchant of record. Read on to find out more.
A mental health action plan is important to reduce the risks of mental health injuries in your workplace. Read this guide to find out how to create one.
Purchased an expensive product and want to know if you're covered if it stops working? Read about consumer guarantees and what you're entitled to here.
An application for the removal of a trademark can be made on the grounds of non-use. Find out how to oppose a removal application here.
It is important to understand how to set up a holding company if you want to diversify your business across different companies. Read more here.
Country of origin statements are one of the requirement for food packaging in Australia. Click here to find out what the requirements are.
Typosquatting is a type of cyber attack that purposely misspells website domains to lure and steal people's personal information and data.
Using a drone for your business activities? Read this article to make sure you are remotely flying legally.
It is important to understand how to enforce copyright online to prevent large scale infringements. Read this guide to find out your options.

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