Has Your Product’s ‘Get-Up’ Been Copied?
Often, you’ll see two products on the shelves at your local supermarket or chemist that look incredibly similar. One brand…
What Permits Do I Need to Run a Trade Promotion Lottery?
Businesses often run trade promotions as a way of generating sales and interest in their products. However, you need to…
When Are Termination Fees in Contracts Unfair?
Customers can always cancel services despite signing agreements that last for a fixed time. As a business who supplies services,…
What Does My Business Need to Know About the ACL?
The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) applies to businesses in all states and territories in Australia. The purpose of the ACL…
3 Important ACL Protections Your Small Business Should Know About
If you are a small business that sells goods or services, you must be aware of how the Australian Consumer…
How Can My Business Make Sales Calls or Visits to Potential Customers?
As a business owner, you may engage salespeople to make unsolicited approaches to your potential customers so that you can…
What’s in the ACCC Warranties and Refunds Guide?
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) publishes a Warranties and Refunds Guide which explains a business’ legal responsibilities. The guide…
What is Private Labelling and How Does It Work?
Usually, a retailer purchases products from a manufacturer that they then sell. The manufacturer’s branding and packaging is clear and…
Why Businesses Should Avoid Misleading or Deceptive Conduct
As you are starting a business, you may find you have made a statement to a consumer that is incorrect…
I’m Importing Goods Into Australia. What Regulations Apply?
Importing goods and supplies for manufacturing from overseas is an essential part in the day-to-day operations of many Australian businesses.…
