Commercial law

  • Electronic service of legal documents

    Electronic service of legal documents

    The decision in Conveyor & General Engineering Pty Ltd v Basetec Services Pty Ltd [2014] QSC 30 examined validity of service of documents via email and Dropbox. Find out judgement and “take-aways” to help navigate complex legal process of document service.

  • Enterprise agreements – key considerations for employers

    Enterprise agreements – key considerations for employers

    Enterprise bargaining is an intricate process. The key obligations of employers, from notification to voting, lodging, and approval, are explained. This article examines pre-bargaining, union representation, and good faith bargaining, as well as relevant cases and legislation.

  • Shareholders’ agreements and inconsistency clauses explained

    Shareholders’ agreements and inconsistency clauses explained

    When shareholders are restricted from accessing company information, it may be a sign of a dispute. The Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) provides mechanisms for minority shareholders to obtain relevant information, but they must prove they are acting in ‘good faith’ and ‘for a proper purpose’.

  • ACCC v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd [2014] FCA 634

    ACCC v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd [2014] FCA 634

    In Australian Competition and Consumer Commission v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Limited [2014] FCA 634, Coles has been accused of misleading customers over their partially-baked bread. Learn more, including the obiter suggested by Allsop CJ, by clicking through to the article.

  • Why employers must follow correct processes

    Why employers must follow correct processes

    Employers may be surprised to learn that a valid dismissal can still be deemed unfair by the Fair Work Commission if procedural fairness and natural justice requirements weren’t met.

  • ACCC v A Whistle (1979) PL

    ACCC v A Whistle (1979) PL

    The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has taken action against a business for allegedly publishing false reviews online. Learn more about the case and what businesses can do to avoid breaching the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and ACCC guidelines.

  • Businesses obligations when trading online – CC Act 2010 (Cth)

    Businesses obligations when trading online – CC Act 2010 (Cth)

    This article provides an overview of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and its application to online sales, including provisions relating to misleading conduct, single price representation, unconscionable conduct, unfair contract terms and remedies for contraventions.

  • Payroll tax obligations for your business

    Payroll tax obligations for your business

    Discover the employer obligations and potential tax savings associated with payroll tax in Queensland. Learn about registering, exemptions, deductions, and rebates that businesses may be able to take advantage of, as well as the consequences of not paying payroll tax.

  • Do I need a financial assistance whitewash?

    Do I need a financial assistance whitewash?

    Financial assistance in Section 260A of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) allows companies to support acquisition of shares/units. Obtain shareholder approval in a compliant manner with a whitewash or face civil penalties. Contact us for a free and confidential discussion.

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