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Looking to make use of your extra space on the premises you lease? Learn how to make extra money for your business with a sublease here.
Salary and Wages are often used interchangeably by employees and employers alike. These methods of payment, however, are actually quiet different and have their own advantages and disadvantages. Read this article to find out more.
Are you thinking of getting into the wine industry in order to make or import wine? If you are, you'll want to know about the Wine Equalisation Tax (WET).
Thinking of becoming a franchisee? Find out the risks associated with owning a franchise.
Are you running a business and need to know what your finances mean? Learn the difference between gross and net profit in this article.
Understanding your competition is essential for the success of your business. Learn how to understand them by performing a competitive analysis here.
Worried about the destruction of key evidence? Learn how to prevent the loss of vital evidence with an Anton Piller Order here.
Looking to invest? Have you considered a managed investment scheme (MIS)? Read this article to find out what they are all about.
Patent law gives you the exclusive right to your invention's commercial benefits, but who gets the rights for work created by a computer?
It may not be as common anymore, but many businesses still pay their employees in cash. Read about how to do it the legal way in this guide.
A recent finding in the Federal Court has allowed Australian brand Bega to continue using the iconic yellow lid on their peanut butter jars.
Have you lodged a tax return lately? If you haven't, you might be missing out on a refund from the tax office. Read this guide to find out how to claim it.
Struck gold? Photographed from above? What does the law say about your rights to the surface, airspace and soil below your land? Read this to find out more.
Hiring the right supplier for your business involves more than just cost. Read this guide to get some tips on finding the best supplier.
Looking to prevent another party from moving or hiding assets involved in a court proceeding? Find out here how freezing orders can stop a party from taking any action that could affect this asset.
Are there restrictions on who you can sell your company shares to? Do restrictions on age or Australian citizenship exist?
Are you looking to buy equipment for your business but can't afford them right now? Read here about how hire purchase agreements can benefit your business today.
Data sovereignty allows a country to excise its privacy laws on data stored in the jurisdiction. However, this becomes an issue when countries store their data in offshore cloud services. Who's laws should apply then?

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