Category: Commercial Law

One of the most popular business structures is Pty Ltd in Australia. Starting a business is a big decision, and there are many factors to...

Australia’s Insurance Contracts Act 1984 serves as a guidepost for all insurance holders and companies in the country. This is an important legislation because it...

Super insurance is part of your super fund and provides financial protection in case of unexpected life events like illness, injury or death. In NSW...

Someone owes you money and you’re struggling to get the money back? Whether it’s an unpaid invoice, a bounced loan, or rental arrears, getting what’s...

What is marshalling in Australia and what is its definition? Imagine you're owed money by someone who struggles to pay. They have two assets you...

For creditors attempting to recoup debts in the intricate web of Australian company law, especially in the state of New South Wales (NSW), the statutory...

Have you ever heard of the legal term ‘bad faith’? In Australian Contract Law, there isn't a single, universally accepted definition." The United States, for...

In today’s globalised economy, the significance of international contract law cannot be overstated. As businesses increasingly cross borders, the need for a robust legal framework...

When it comes to legal complexities, few terms are as intriguing and multifaceted as "void ab initio." Rooted in the Latin term or word, meaning...

Why are trademarks important, specifically in business? There are three things that you must keep in mind as a business owner with regard to your...

The contra proferentem rule is a Latin term that means “against the offeror” which is a doctrine of contractual interpretation. In case of ambiguity or uncertainty in contracts,...

Discharged from bankruptcy? Let’s first discuss bankruptcy before defining the term. Bankruptcy is a legal process that helps individuals or businesses unable to repay their...

What happens after termination of contract? This article will provide a basic overview of Australian contract law, with a particular focus on termination.  Contracts are the...

Specific performance is an order of the court that requires the breaching party to actually perform their obligations under the contract. This is a powerful...

A sequestration order is a court order that freezes the assets of a person who is in debt. This means that the person cannot sell,...

In Australia, a debt collection agency operates within a framework of regulations and guidelines set forth by regulatory bodies such as the: Australian Competition and...

The winding up of some Australian companies has had a significant impact on the country’s economy, as well as on the lives of the people...

A commercial litigator in Australia is a lawyer who specialises in handling legal commercial disputes and litigation matters. These typically arise in the business or...