“If you liked me as a vendor, you’ll love me as a competitor!” The importance of non-compete obligations in a sale of business contract
A standard inclusion in many sale of business contracts (or share sale agreements) is the promise of the vendor not to compete with the business post sale. Whilst, generally speaking, non-compete or restraint of trade [...]
My workforce is no longer subject to vaccination mandates – but what are my ongoing OH&S obligations as an employer?
As many of you would be aware, the majority of Victorian workers are no longer covered by specific Pandemic Orders relating to mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations. Unless your business operates in the healthcare, aged-care or emergency [...]
‘I’m baaaack’ – the ATO recommences debt recovery action with a vengeance!
In April this year, we published an article regarding the ATO recommencing the issuing of Director Penalty Notices (view article here). During the pandemic, the ATO had offered administrative relief to businesses who were experiencing [...]
Building Disputes: Prior to Signing the Contract
The purchase of a home is a big commitment. Likewise, renovation or building works to such properties also involve large lots of energy, time and expense. Building and construction works by their very nature are [...]
Shareholders Agreements with new business partners: What are the key items to include?
A common mode of entering into a new business with co-investors/partners is through the establishment of a new proprietary limited company in which each party holds shares equivalent to their proportional ownership. But what rules [...]
EOFY – Employment Law Compliance Checklist
The End of Financial Year (EOFY) is a great time for businesses to check-in on their general practices and procedures when it comes to employing people. Employment in Australia is a highly regulated area of [...]
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