I am a Beauty Therapist. What do I need in my employment contracts?
As a Beauty Therapist, your employment contracts with your employees must comply with the Hair and Beauty Industry Award 2010.…
What Is the Difference Between s 18 and Passing Off?
When the law seems to overlap, it may be difficult for you to identify what area of the law applies…
Consumer Contracts and Unconscionable Conduct
If you are a business, beware! Under Sch.2 (ACL) of the Competition and Consumer Act (CCA),[1] there are statutory provisions…
I am a Franchisor. What do I need to do for a Marketing Fund?
The Franchising Code of Conduct sets out the rules that govern Marketing Funds. As Franchise Lawyers, we know that whether…
Franchisor Liability – When can I be investigated by the ACCC?
The ACCC is government body that regulates Franchisors in Australia. It has a wide range of powers and is responsible for ensuring…
How are franchise fees calculated?
Are you a new franchisor or franchisee? You need to understand how franchise fees are calculated. The first thing to know…
Part 2: Deferment of Acceptance in Trade Mark Registration
Welcome to Part 2 on Deferment of Acceptance. We will look at the Termination of Deferment of Acceptance, as well as…
Part 1: Deferment of Acceptance in Trademark Registration
Welcome to Part 1 on Deferment of Acceptance. Here we will define what it actually means, where it sits in…
What are the rules around franchisor rebates?
Are you a current franchisor, or looking to franchise your business? With the arrival of the new Franchising Code of…
When to update your Disclosure Document
The new Franchising Code of Conduct, which came into operation on 1 January 2015, requires all Franchisors to update their…
Fill out the form below and a LegalVision team member will be in touch shortly!
