How to Choose a Bankruptcy Attorney Who Will Not Hide Anything From You

by Olive Smith | Mar 17, 2022 | Accounting Money and Finance, Learn Magazine, Legal | 0 |

Bankruptcy has certain standards and affects people’s lives in a variety of ways. While debt discharge or reorganisation might give relief, it’s always a good idea to understand what’s involved.

Do I Need A Trade Marks Attorney?

by Jacqui Pryor | Nov 12, 2021 | Learn Magazine, Legal, Running a Business | 0 |

From issues of copyright, trade mark searches and registration, protecting intellectual property to registering domain names, a trade marks attorney can advise clients on a wide range of matters relating to trade mark law.

Changes to casual employment laws

by Rolf Howard | Oct 25, 2021 | Learn Magazine, Legal, People and HR, Running a Business | 0 |

As of September 2021, the Fair Work Act has been amended to include a pathway for casual employees to become permanent (full-time or part time). From 27 September 2021 all employees (other than small business employers with fewer than 15 employees) will need to assess whether any existing casual employees are eligible to be offered to convert to permanent employment.

7 Ways to Avoid Mistakes When Writing a Business Contract

by Paige Ellingson | Jun 22, 2021 | Learn Magazine, Legal, Process and Procedures, Writing and Communication | 0 |

The secret to writing a business contract is to include all the important aspects of the agreement. This makes it legal and binds all parties to implement its provisions. In addition, make it as simple as possible so that one party does not default the agreement because it is complicated.

How do post-employment restraints work?

by Rolf Howard | May 23, 2021 | Learn Magazine, Legal, People and HR | 0 |

Post-employment restraint clauses are designed to prevent former employees from poaching clients, using company information or working for a competitor. But how do they work?

Using a holding company when starting a business

by Rolf Howard | Apr 2, 2021 | Learn Magazine, Legal, Running a Business, Starting in Business | 0 |

The decision whether to include a holding company as part of your business plan is an important one that has many benefits. However, it is also important to be realistic about the limitations of a holding company before making your final decision.

How to ensure your non-compete clauses are enforceable

by Rolf Howard | Jan 15, 2021 | Learn Magazine, Legal, People and HR, Running a Business | 0 |

While not all employment contracts will contain non-compete or confidentiality clauses, those businesses that deal with intellectual property and other sensitive proprietary information may include these clauses in their employment contracts. These clauses are legal if they are crafted properly and protect a legitimate business interest.