Articles by Masao Watanabe

February 28, 2020

4 FAQs About Extending the Unfair Contract Terms Protections

From 12 November 2016, small businesses in Australia will benefit from new protections provided by...

December 20, 2019

How Do Changes to the Unfair Contracts Law Affect My Cafe?

Recent changes to the unfair contracts regime may have a significant impact on how you...

July 11, 2019

What Should I Look For in a Sale of Business Contract (Victoria)?

If you are buying a small business in Victoria, you will likely receive a Victorian...

October 26, 2018

Fro-Yo Franchisor Found Liable for Underpayment of Employees

Underpayment of employees within the franchise sector has again made the headlines following the Federal...

May 7, 2018

When Must Franchisors Return Deposits Paid By Potential Franchisees?

The Franchising Code of Conduct (the Code) is very strict when it comes to Franchisor’s...

December 13, 2017

The 4 Stages of Buying a Small Business

Are you buying a small business and unsure what to expect? One of the most...

December 13, 2017

3 Legal Issues to Consider When Selling a Franchise

Both buying and selling a franchise is a big decision to make and the parties...

April 10, 2017

Masao’s Musings – Proposal to Make Franchisors Liable for Employee Wages

7-Eleven has been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons lately, and it seems...

October 21, 2016

6 Issues to Consider Before Buying a Cafe in NSW

Like many, I developed my love of coffee as a student. Burning the midnight oil...

May 13, 2016

Why Are Vendor Warranties Important?

In any sale of business, vendor warranties are typically the least understood provisions. Despite serious...