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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.
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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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Custom end user licence agreements for the iStore
Launching an App in the iStore? Developers can create a bespoke End User Licence Agreement to meet Apple’s minimum requirements. Learn more about creating legally binding terms and conditions, as well as the Apple guide, in this article.
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Superannuation changes – are you prepared?
The Australian Government has introduced significant changes to superannuation, with gradual increases in the compulsory superannuation rate set to impact both employers and employees. Starting in July 2013, employers will be required to contribute more to their employees’ superannuation funds, with the rate rising to 12% by 2019. This article breaks down the key changes,…
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Selling into the EU – what do the cookie laws mean for your website?
The UK has adopted the European Union’s cookie laws, requiring website operators to obtain consent from users to save and use cookies. Fines can be imposed for non-compliance, so understanding the law is essential.
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Are your website’s terms and conditions legally binding?
Online contracts have legal implications and must adhere to consumer protection regulations. The Australian case of eBay International AG v Creative Festival Entertainment Pty Limited (ACN 098 183 281) [2006] FCA 1768 highlights the importance of understanding these regulations when drafting online contracts.
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Without Prejudice privilege – Australian law
This article explores the legal implications of using the term “without prejudice” in commercial negotiations. Discover the source of the law, common law exceptions, and what attaching the term to correspondence may mean.
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What exactly is a Corporate Governance Framework?
Businesses need to ensure their advertising and marketing materials comply with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Our experienced team can provide advice on structuring promotions, drafting terms and conditions, and obtaining permits for competitions and games of chance, helping businesses avoid costly penalties from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
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Director’s duty to prevent insolvent trading
This article provides an overview of directors’ duty to prevent insolvent trading under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), including the test for solvency, indicators of potential insolvency, and potential defences.
