Commercial law

  • Restraint of trade & commercial contracts – a systemic approach

    Restraint of trade & commercial contracts – a systemic approach

    This article provides an invaluable overview of restraint of trade clauses (ROTs). It examines the enforceability of ROTs, their test of reasonableness, and the role of the Court in determining their reasonableness, providing a valuable guide for those wishing to draft and enforce them.

  • Debt collection – done right

    Debt collection – done right

    Uncovering debt and how to recover it effectively can be challenging. Dundas Lawyers can advise on strengths and weaknesses of a debt claim and options to advance it.

  • Businesses’ obligations when trading online – Competition and Consumer Act 2010

    Businesses’ obligations when trading online – Competition and Consumer Act 2010

    The Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) provides legal remedies for those aggrieved by a business’s online conduct, such as penalties, damages, etc. This article explores remedies for misleading, deceptive, unconscionable conduct and unfair contract terms.

  • Consumer transactions & The Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)

    Consumer transactions & The Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)

    Businesses supplying goods or services to consumers or competitors must understand the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) (CCA) to ensure they are compliant. Learn more about how to ensure fair treatment of customers and minimise risk of breaching the CCA.

  • Applying to set aside a creditor’s Statutory Demand for payment

    Applying to set aside a creditor’s Statutory Demand for payment

    Understand how to assess a genuine dispute in commercial contracts when served with a creditor’s Statutory Demand. This article explains the case law, provides links to relevant cases and references, and explains when to seek legal advice.

  • Understanding the legal issues of gamification

    Understanding the legal issues of gamification

    Gamification is a popular way to engage customers, but there are many legal issues to consider. This article looks at those issues and offers advice on how to get started.

  • New anti-bullying legislation

    New anti-bullying legislation

    The Fair Work Amendment Bill 2013 (Cth) was passed, introducing anti-bullying measures to protect workers. Employers must take steps to prevent bullying and face fines for contravening orders.

  • Governance standards for not-for-profit organisations

    Governance standards for not-for-profit organisations

    Discover the full scope of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Governance Standards and related topics. Learn how these standards provide a minimum level of assurance for charities to meet community expectations and ensure compliance with Australian law.

  • ACCC guide on business use of social media

    ACCC guide on business use of social media

    The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has released a guide for businesses engaging with customers on social media, covering response times, substantiating claims and offering refunds. The guide takes into account the size of businesses and amount of followers when determining response times.

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