All Articles by Phillip Salakas

What is the difference between registering a business name, and a company?
A business name is the title in which your business operates under. It is sometimes referred to as a trading name (however this is now an old term). If yourRead More

What is a Discretionary Trust?
A trust is a legal agreement between one party to hold assets for the benefit of another. The party which holds the assets is known as the ‘trustee’ and thoseRead More

What is Mediation?
Mediation is the process whereby a neutral third-party is appointed to help parties negotiate a solution to their dispute. This is regarded as the first step in the alternate disputeRead More

How does a Master Builders Association HIC6 Contract work?
A HIC6 contract or home improvement contract is a contract prepared by the Master Builders Association. It is used to govern the relationship between homeowners and builders in relation toRead More

What is an Apprenticeship Agreement?
An apprenticeship agreement is a formal training arrangement between an employer and an apprentice or trainee. This agreement is registered with the relevant state authorities and allows your business toRead More

eCommerce and Australian Consumer Law
eCommerce sites and apps have to abide by the Australian Consumer Laws (ACL) when selling products or services online. The ACL is the primary piece of legislation that protects consumersRead More

What is a Shipping Policy?
A shipping policy is a living document that outlines important information about the shipping process for your online business. Legally your business does not need a shipping policy to sellRead More