Taking the Next Big Step – Is Franchising for You?

Franchising has become one of the most progressive and dynamic business sectors in Australia. With estimated revenue of $128 billion in 2010, franchising has become a significant part of the Australian business scene and a valuable contributor to our economy. If you...

How to handle Employee Serious Misconduct

Serious Misconduct can be defined as any conduct that includes willful or deliberate behaviour inconsistent with the continuation of the employment contract and causes imminent and serious risk to the health or safety of a person or the reputation, viability or...

The essentials of a valid contract

A contract is an agreement between two or more parties in which legal obligations are created which are enforceable by law. Legal contracts are used to formalise agreements amongst all levels of society. In fact, throughout your personal life you will enter into...

The Legal Side of Employee Termination

It is lawful for an employer to dismiss an employee if it is a genuine redundancy or if the dismissal would not be considered harsh, unjust or unreasonable or if the dismissal is consistent with the Small Business Fair Dismissal Code. Notice of Termination An employer...