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Privacy and Biometric Data: Legal Concerns with Wearable Sports Tech
The sports industry is rapidly adopting wearable technologies like Fitbit, Garmin, Catapult, and Oura Ring to gather valuable insights into athletes’ performance, recovery, and overall health. While these tools offer a competitive edge in tracking metrics like heart...
Navigating Bankruptcy Laws: Protecting Your Business Assets in Australia
Bankruptcy can be a daunting concept, particularly for business owners who have invested their time, resources, and capital into building a thriving enterprise. Understanding how bankruptcy laws affect business assets—and what can be done to protect those assets—is...
Common Asset Protection Mistakes Australian Business Owners Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Asset protection is crucial for Australian business owners looking to safeguard their hard-earned assets from risks associated with litigation, financial downturns, or business failures. However, common mistakes can render even the best asset protection strategies...
Understanding Privacy Law Obligations with Meta’s Augmented Reality Glasses
As wearable AR devices become more integrated into business operations and consumer experiences, their capabilities to capture and store real-time data—including images, audio, and locational information—pose challenges under Australia’s established privacy framework....
A Guide to Different Types of Trusts for Australian Business Owners: Advantages, Disadvantages and When to Use Them
For Australian business owners, trusts offer a powerful and flexible tool to manage and protect assets, distribute income, and provide for loved ones. However, choosing the right type of trust can be challenging, as each has distinct advantages and disadvantages....
How Important Are T&Cs for Your Business?
In today's fast-paced digital world, businesses are continually evolving, and so are the legal landscapes that govern them. One of the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects of running a successful business is having well-drafted terms and conditions. These not...
Understanding Your Responsibilities as a Company Director in Australia
As a company director in Australia, you carry significant responsibilities that extend beyond the day-to-day operations of your business. Your role involves ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, making strategic decisions, and safeguarding your company's...
The Role of Sports Arbitration in Resolving Disputes: What Australian Athletes and Teams Need to Know
In the fast-paced and competitive world of sports, disputes are inevitable. These disputes can range from contractual disagreements, disciplinary actions, doping allegations, to selection decisions and beyond. While traditional courts can address these issues, the...
The Importance of Website Terms and Conditions: A Legal Perspective
In the digital age, a website serves as the public face of a business, offering customers, clients, and visitors access to products, services, and information. However, beyond aesthetics and functionality, the legal framework governing the interaction between the...
Are You Going Into Business With A Friend?
Going into business with a friend can be an exciting venture, combining trust and camaraderie with entrepreneurial ambition. However, to ensure a smooth partnership and minimise potential conflicts, it's crucial to establish a solid legal foundation from the outset....
Volunteer Liability: Legal Protections for Volunteers in NFP Sporting Organisations
Volunteers play a pivotal role in the functioning of not-for-profit (NFP) sporting organisations across Australia. Whether they are coaches, event organisers, or committee members, their contribution is crucial to the sustainability of grassroots sports. However,...
How to Protect Your Business Against Cybersecurity Threats: Legal Obligations and Best Practices
In today’s increasingly digital landscape, businesses are more vulnerable than ever to cybersecurity threats. From data breaches to ransomware attacks, the consequences of inadequate cybersecurity measures can be financially devastating, damage your business's...
Estate Planning for Blended Families: What to Consider and What Should Be Included in Your Will
Blended families, which may include children from previous relationships, stepchildren, and new partners, add a layer of complexity to estate planning. Ensuring that all family members are treated fairly while respecting your wishes can be challenging without proper...
GDPR Compliance for Australian Businesses: Why It Matters Even If You Don’t Operate in Europe
As an Australian business owner, you might think that the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a distant issue. However, if your business interacts with European customers, you may be obligated to comply with this stringent set of privacy...
Superannuation and Wills: How Your Retirement Funds Are Handled After Death – What You Need to Know in Estate Planning
When estate planning, many Australians assume that their will controls everything they own, but one key asset often falls outside its scope—superannuation. Superannuation (super) is a major asset for many people, and understanding how it is handled after death is...
Why It’s Crucial to Have Well-Drafted Terms and Conditions in Your Business
In today’s competitive business environment, having a well-drafted set of terms and conditions (T&Cs) is not just a legal formality—it’s a key protective measure for your business. Whether you run an online store, offer professional services, or operate a physical...
What Should Be in a Working From Home Policy? A Guide for Australian Business Owners
As remote work continues to grow in popularity, many businesses in Australia are grappling with how to manage employees who work from home (WFH). Whether driven by employee requests, the changing nature of work, or external factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the...
Binding Financial Agreements in Australia: Are They 100% Binding 100% of the Time?
In Australia, a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) is a legal document that allows couples to set out how their financial assets and liabilities will be divided in the event of a separation. BFAs can be entered into before, during, or after a relationship (including...
Testamentary Trusts: A Vital Tool for Blended Families and Complex Family Structures
Estate planning in today’s world requires more than just a basic will, particularly for families with complex dynamics, such as blended families or situations where children may be facing their own marital challenges. In these scenarios, a testamentary trust can...
Superannuation & Wills: How Your Retirement Funds Are Handled After Death
Superannuation is a significant part of most Australians’ wealth, but what many people don’t realise is that it doesn’t automatically form part of your estate when you pass away. Superannuation is held in trust by your superannuation fund, and its distribution is...
Social Media Law for Business Owners in Australia: What You Need to Know
In today’s digital world, social media is a critical tool for businesses to engage with customers, build brand loyalty, and drive growth. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X offer businesses opportunities for instant communication, marketing, and...
My Business Partner Isn’t Pulling Their Weight! What Can I Do?
Running a business with a partner can be a rewarding experience, combining skills, resources, and perspectives to drive success. However, what happens when your business partner isn’t pulling their weight? Whether they’re not contributing equally to the workload,...
Legal Advice for First-Home Buyers in Australia
Are you considering taking your first step into the world of homeownership in Australia? As a lawyer, I'm here to provide you with essential legal advice to navigate this significant milestone. Purchasing your first home is an exciting journey, but it's crucial to be...
Does Dying Without a Will Change Who Gets What?
As an experienced estate lawyer in Australia, I’ve often encountered families grappling with the complex legal process that follows the death of a loved one who didn’t leave a will. Dying without a will, known as intestacy, can have serious and often unfair...
Blockchain and Smart Contracts: Revolutionising Australian Commercial Transactions in 2024
The digital revolution is accelerating, and one of the most transformative technologies shaping the future of commercial transactions is blockchain. As an experienced lawyer, I’ve seen how blockchain technology and smart contracts are disrupting traditional legal...
Protecting Your Inheritance: Preventing Premature Asset Removal from an Estate
When a loved one passes away, ensuring their wishes are respected can be a concern, especially if there's worry about a sibling removing items from the estate before probate is finalised. Here are some steps to help safeguard the assets and an overview of how the...
Who Gets My Assets If I Die Without a Will? Understanding Intestacy and Its Implications
Death is a topic many prefer to avoid, but planning for it is crucial, especially when it comes to asset distribution. Without a will, your assets could be distributed in ways you never intended, leaving loved ones without the support you envisioned. This article...
Legal Considerations in the Booming E-Sports Industry in Australia
As the e-sports industry in Australia experiences rapid growth, a myriad of legal considerations has come to the forefront. With the increasing professionalisation of e-sports teams and events, it's essential to understand the legal landscape that shapes this dynamic...
Intellectual Property in Sports: Protecting Brands and Merchandise in Australia
In the dynamic world of sports, athletes and sports teams are not just competitors; they are brands. From the logos on jerseys to the signature moves of athletes, every element contributes to a unique identity that resonates with fans and markets alike. In Australia,...
They Didn’t Pay Me! Steps to Take Before Considering Court
As a business owner, encountering a client who fails to pay can be frustrating and financially straining. However, before rushing to court, there are several proactive steps you can take to ensure you get paid. With 27 years of commercial law experience, I’ll guide...
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