by Steph Chafer | Apr 29, 2021 | Corporate & Business
A recent case in the US dealt with matters which are currently hot topics in Australia – namely the rights of tenants who are suffering under the COVID-19 pandemic. Valentino U.S.A., Inc. v. 693 Fifth Owner LLC – Background Italian fashion brand Valentino and... 
by nevettford | Nov 24, 2020 | Corporate & Business
Retail leasing is quite strictly regulated with statutory procedures, which are mostly for the tenant’s protection. New legislation is now in place which makes a number of key changes to the retail leasing framework in Victoria. Unsurprisingly, most of these changes... 
by nevettford | Nov 24, 2020 | Corporate & Business
On 9 November 2020, the Federal Government announced changes to increase protections offered against unfair contract terms, making them illegal and punishable by civil penalties. When Do the Protections Operate? The legislation (known as the Australian Consumer Law)... 
by nevettford | Nov 24, 2020 | Corporate & Business
If you intend to start your own business, there are many things that you need consider such as permits, staffing, strategy, suppliers. One of the first things to decide should be what structure is most appropriate for your business. There are a variety of options... 
by nevettford | Apr 28, 2020 | Corporate & Business
The Federal Government has created a code of conduct which is mandatory for landlords and tenants from 3 April 2020, intended to “aid the management of cashflow” for tenants and landlords as a result of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and to ensure business... 