Articles by Caroline Snow

July 2, 2025

I Am a Franchisor. What Are My Disclosure Obligations in Relation to the Marketing Fund?

Franchisors should be aware that the Franchising Code of Conduct imposes a number of disclosure...

June 16, 2025

I Am in Dispute With My Co-Founder. What Do I Do?

Most businesses are not solely founded and owned. When you start a new business, you...

November 19, 2024

What Do I Need to Consider Before Signing Lease or Licence Agreements as a Franchisee?

If you are considering purchasing a premise-based franchise, you must be aware of how the...

September 12, 2024

What is Work Health Safety?

The International Labour Organization estimates that approximately 2.3 million work-related deaths and 500 million work-related...

July 25, 2024

How Can I Negotiate and Resolve My Dispute?

If you operate a business, disputes with customers, competitors and other service providers may arise...

May 29, 2024

What is the Food Act 2003 and How Does it Apply to My Food Business?

Owning or starting your food business is exciting and challenging. To avoid any challenges with...

May 29, 2024

How Do the Food Standards Operate?

If you are considering launching a food manufacturing or even a hospitality business, you must...

May 8, 2024

How Can I Register Goods With the TGA?

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) heavily regulates the production of medicines and medical devices, and...

May 8, 2024

TGA Tightens Guidelines on Cosmetic Injection Ads

A number of legislative frameworks regulate the manufacturing, sale and advertising of cosmetic injections in...

November 16, 2023

How Can Real Estate Agents Engage Contractors?

When operating a real estate business, you may need to engage additional agents or service...