A lawyer letter – sometimes called a letter of demand, cease and desist letter, or legal warning letter – is one of the most effective tools for resolving disputes before
For CEOs and executives, every contract signed has ripple effects far beyond the legal department. Contracts define partnerships, control cash flow, and set the boundaries of risk. Yet in the
In the legal world, the phrase “we reserve our rights” is a powerful and strategic tool. It is often used in correspondence, contracts, and negotiations to protect a party’s legal
The reasonable person test is a benchmark of behaviour for determining whether something is reasonable or not. The idea of a reasonable person is a made-up concept used to help
In Australia, company directors have a number of duties and obligations. One of those obligations is the duty to prevent a company from trading whilst insolvent. Accordingly, it is important
If you run an online business in Australia (or sell to Australian customers from overseas) you must comply with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). The ACL protects consumer rights and
An independent solicitor’s certificate in Australia confirms that a person has received independent legal advice from a solicitor. Often, certain legal transactions will require an independent certificate of legal advice.
Misleading and deceptive representations during the recruitment process or during employment often lead to disagreements. Whether it is employers misleading employees about their salary or benefits, or employees falsely representing
Collecting personal information from a third party comes with some risk. In this article, our Privacy Lawyer, Farrah Motley, explores ways that you can collect personal information from a third
