All Articles by Phillip Salakas

What Does the FIRB do?
The Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) is a non statutory advisory body whose role is to examine foreign investment proposals on behalf of the national treasurer. How does the FIRBRead More

Issues with Progress Payments in the Construction Industry
Progress payments are instalments paid for construction work while a project is ongoing. As a contractor for construction work, you are usually entitled to intermittently bill your customer not onlyRead More

Legal Ramifications with Internet of Things
Put simply the Internet of Things or ‘IoT’ refers to electronic devices connected to the internet, which actively transport and collect data. Australia has been quick to embrace the IoTRead More

How Do Influencer Contracts Work?
An influencer contract is a legally binding contract which governs the relationship between a content creator and a brand. Their role essentially outlines the key aspects in engaging an influencerRead More

What is a Share Buyback and How Do They Work?
A share buyback is when a company repurchases shares of stock from its shareholders. In doing so, the company cancels the shares it has purchased, reducing the overall number ofRead More