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Collateral contracts are contracts which build on and add terms to a main contract. Find out in this article where they can be enforced.
Unfair contract terms exist where the terms of a customer contract contravene consumer guarantees. Find out more in this article.
A director's guarantee is an undertaking which allows lenders to recover unpaid company debts from directors personally. Find out the risks involved here.
In criminal cases, defendants can request that the matter be decided on a Judge-only basis, rather than by a jury. Find out more in this article.
Employees often have to undergo training as part of the job that they do. Find out here when you should be paid to undergo training.
The payment of superannuation benefits comes under different rules when people pass away. Read this article to find out how death benefit nominations work.
Restrictions imposed due to the COVID-19 crisis mean that many businesses cannot continue to operate. Find out what the rules are for your business here.
This article shows how business use cause marketing to enact social change and achieve business goals.
The ATO has introduced new tax deductions for Australians working from home due to COVID-19. Find out what you can claim here.
The COVID-19 pandemic means many customers are having to cancel bookings. Find out here how your business should handle cancellations.
Want to protect your invention? Read about the type of inventions that can be patented and how you can legally protect your idea.
Operating your own babysitting business can be a great way to earn money whilst working with children. Find out how to get started here.
The PPSR is a national noticeboard of personal property security interests. This article will inform you what it is and how it can protect your business.
Shareholders have an inherent interest in the performance of their company. But if the company is struggling, can shareholders liquidate the company?
Have you performed work for a 'reasonable sum' in a construction contract? Find out how quantum meruit claims work in this article.
Implied contracts can occur when a term needs to be implied so that parties to a contract can fulfil their obligations. Read more here.
Do you have a keen interest in Antique items? If you want to make the transition from collector to antique shop retailer, read this article. 

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