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Involved in exporting or importing goods? Learn about tariffs and the effects they will have upon your business's production costs and profitability here.
Are you thinking of targeting another company or worried you might be targeted? Read this article to understand how a hostile takeover happens.
Do your prices match or follow your competitors? Ensure this does not result in illegal price fixing by learning all about it here.
Do you own any rights to the photos you post on social media? What if someone uses them without your permission? Find out more about your rights to your images here.
Do you know what exclusive dealing is? It is a form of anti-competitive behaviour that restricts business conduct. Read this article to find out more.
Planning on selling internationally? You should know about the CISG and UNIDROIT. Read this article to learn what these are and the choices of laws you have
From encroaching branches to lights disrupting sleep, many things can interfere with our peace and quiet. But which ones can the law protect you from?
A fiduciary duty will impose important legal obligations upon you. Find out what happens if you breach these obligations here.
Is there an inequality in bargaining power in your contract negotiations? The contract could be voidable for undue influence. Learn all about it here.
Need financial assistance to export your business's goods or services? Find out if you are eligible for the EMDG here.
Has your company had a change in shareholder, or another change? If so, you'll have to inform the government of your changes to company details.
Barristers, solicitors and lawyers all play different roles in the legal system. Read this guide to find out how to find a barrister for your matter.
Your Tax File Number (TFN) is an allocated number which you will carry with you throughout your life. Read about how to apply for it online here.
It's a common question and decision that self-employers ask. Find out the pros and cons of a business bank account and if it is necessary for you.
'Pty Ltd' and 'Ltd' are suffixes used at the end of company names to indicate their scope of liability. Find out more in this article.
Read this guide to find out about the Australian accounting standard AASB138, what it is, and why it's important for you to know it.
A necessary question to ask for someone who wants to start a partnership is how much tax will I pay? This article outlines what you will be taxed.
Are you a business planning on running an online competition? Read on to find out what should be included in your terms and conditions.

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