Terms and Conditions (T&C) agreements on websites have become the gold standard for most companies because of the increasing amount of online activity. It’s a way to protect the interests of both the business and the consumer. But what exactly can a business owner like you expect when you add a T&C agreement on your...
If you’ve been eyeing the perfect location for your groundbreaking business idea, you’re one step closer to making your dream a reality. However, before you sign a lease or the letter of offer, you’ll have to ensure you’ve done a thorough look into the terms. You’ll be agreeing to a legally binding contract, after all,...
Hiring a commercial lawyer is essential for all business, whether you are a startup, scaling your business, or are already an established organisation. In Brisbane there are numerous commercial lawyers, and there are some factors to be considered when searching for a commercial solicitor to act for your business. Why do I need a commercial...
One of the most important things that a software or app developer must think about is how their users will utilise their product. The software, whatever its purpose might be, should be used fairly, legally, and for its intended purposes only. This is why every digital product that is released should have a EULA or...
Conveyancing is the legal term that refers to the process of transferring a property from one entity to another. Commercial conveyancing, though similar to residential conveyancing, has quite a few more considerations, such as permitted uses, commercial leases, land taxes, zoning, and so much more. Residential conveyancing contracts have a few notable differences from commercial...
No matter what you do in life, how old you are, or what industry you’re in, the experience of purchasing a business will never be a small feat. Although such occasions aren’t the newest available opportunities in the market, acquiring an entire company is a capital-intensive process that offers much promise. When done correctly, purchasing a business...
Founding a start-up is pretty exciting, but you have to make sure that you get it off the ground on the right foot. One of the most important things to consider at this early stage is its legal business structuring. Finalising your decision between operating as a sole trader under an Australian business number (ABN)...
The transitional period for GST withholding rules is coming to an end, and with it comes new circumstances, especially for contracts started before 1 July 2018. Beginning on 1 July 2020, previously exempt agreements unsettled on or before 30 June will be subject to the withholding rules. Under the transitional provisions, old contracts for the...
What is a deed of release? A deed of release is a legal document formed between two parties that brings a dispute or an agreement to an end, and can in fact can be used to prevent a dispute from arising in the future. Generally speaking, a ‘release’ is a discharge of obligations. There are...
For any kind of business or investor, it goes without saying that the process of purchasing or selling a commercial property of any kind is a crucial experience and a significant investment decision in itself. While any kind of investment decision bears its own significance, commercial property transactions are particularly vital because of their impact...
Many who cannot afford to build their own business property have opted for commercial leases as more affordable alternatives. Like how a tenant rents an apartment, a tenant in a commercial lease rents a property for business purposes while paying rent to the landlord. If you are planning to enter a commercial lease, you must...
Tax is one of the biggest components of our daily life yet is also one of the most commonly misunderstood. Taxation, in general, affects nearly all of our purchasing decisions and is guided by the laws set by the Australian Taxation Office. While many generally think nothing of it, some common misconceptions can become more...