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Made a mistake? Tell the client asap or risk a finding of deceit
The decision of O’Callaghan J in the Federal Court at Victoria in Neville’s Bus Service Pty Limited v Pitcher Partners…
A Game Changer for Mutuals – New Law Expands Capacity to Raise Capital
Mutual Entities Bill 2018: Tranche 2 On 26 November 2018, the Commonwealth Government released for public consultation an exposure draft…
Financial Services Royal Commission – The Interim Report – Emerging Regulatory Themes
The Interim Report of the Financial Services Royal Commission was tabled in Parliament on 28 September 2018. There has been…
Child Care Subsidy Law– An introduction to the new Minister’s Rules and Secretary’s Rules 2017
2 July 2018 saw a huge change in the practical and legal governance of child care benefits across Australia with…
What to consider when you buy a Fitness Franchise
Franchise systems are prevalent in the Fitness Industry. Buying a franchise has a number of advantages, such as the association…
Fair Go! Are your standard contracts unfair?
The Federal Court in ACCC v JJ Richards & Sons has provided guidance on what may constitute an unfair contract…
Assigning your Commercial or Retail Lease
Premises are one of the most expensive outlays of any business, however do you understand your lease? As the tenant,…
Charities Unclear and Uncertain about Disclosure of Political Donations and Expenditure
Important changes to funding and disclosure laws which apply to charities are on the horizon under proposed changes to Commonwealth…
Are you prepared for the mandatory data breach notification regime?
From 22 February 2018, mandatory data breach notification will apply to any individual or organisation regulated by the Privacy Act…
Recent trends in buying and selling pharmacies
Meridian Lawyers acts for pharmacists in the sale and purchase of their pharmacy businesses. Issues which arise in these transactions…