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Why you shouldn’t engage an unlicensed building contractor
Engaging an unlicensed contractor in Queensland can have serious legal consequences. Discover the risks and how to protect yourself by double-checking a contractor’s licence before you hire them.
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The running account defence to unfair preference claims
Creditors who have been paid by a customer on credit may find themselves facing an Unfair Preference claim letter from a liquidator. Learn more about the defences available to creditors and how to protect yourself from repaying more than your fair share.
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Legal risks of unlicensed building work
Unlicensed building work in Queensland can have serious consequences. Find out more about the potential penalties and exceptions in this article.
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Confusing marks – Sensis v Senses
Sensis Pty Ltd v Senses Direct Mail and Fulfillment Pty Ltd [2019] FCA 719: Court ruled SENSES marks deceptively similar to SENSIS marks, highlighting importance of engaging intellectual property lawyers when building a brand. Marks can be infringing if spelling is only slightly different, if it resembles another and likely to deceive and cause confusion.
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Unfair preferences & the set-off defence
Under section 588FA of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Act) an unfair preference is defined as a transaction, such as payment of an outstanding debt, between a company and an unsecured creditor which results in that unsecured creditor receiving more than it would have received if it had to prove in the winding up of the…
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Construction contracts: addressing defects and final stages
Terminating a residential construction contract can be risky. Learn how to avoid costly litigation outcomes and understand the full implications of termination before taking action.
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Contractual terms can be misleading – Jetstar under fire
Jetstar Airways Pty Ltd has been found to have breached the Australian Consumer Law. Find out what this means for other companies and how to protect your business.
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Technology startups – top 5 legal considerations
Start your tech startup on the right footing by considering the top five (5) legal considerations: entity structure and asset protection, intellectual property (IP), confidentiality, contracts, privacy and compliance.
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Need a reseller agreement?
This article provides an overview of the considerations when entering into a Joint Venture, including inputs, outputs, legal and tax implications of different Joint Venture vehicles. Get the facts you need to make an informed decision.
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