Can I Use My Intellectual Property (IP) As Loan Collateral?
If you wish to take out a loan, you will need to take out some form of loan collateral. Loan…
I’m a Website Developer. What Legal Documents Do I Need?
If you are a website developer, it takes time and experience to build a client base, as well as hard…
I’m an Electrician. How Do I Start My Own Electrical Business?
After working as an apprentice electrician or as an employee in someone else’s business, you may decide that it is…
What is a Facilities Agreement and How Does It Work?
A facilities agreement outlines the provision of facilities and administration services to a practitioner. A company, usually a medical practice, provides the…
I Am Running a Childcare Business. What Should I Consider?
Running a childcare business is equal parts exciting and daunting. You need to consider how you are going to market…
Can I Enforce a Restraint of Trade Against an Ex-Employee?
Building, running and protecting your business requires hard work. To protect that work, businesses should include and enforce a restraint of…
What is the Minimum You Need to Pay an Employee?
As an employer, understanding your legal obligations is vital. One of the most important obligations is knowing the minimum you…
Can I Pay Employees a Flat Rate?
Paying employees a flat rate can seem appealing. However, you must pay employees for all of the hours they work.…
Do I Need to Pay Superannuation to Contractors?
When you engage contractors to work in your business, you need to be aware of whether they are contractors or…
Employment Law Update: Casuals Converting to Permanent Employees
On 5 July 2017, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) ruled that casual employees can convert to permanent employment if they…
