In this article we will consider how the new "Right to Disconnect" law in Australia impacts employees and employers and what factors both employees and employers need to take into account when communicating outside of work hours.

On 8 February 2024, the Minister for Small Business, the Hon Julie Collins MP, released the Independent Review of the Franchising Code of Conduct by Dr Michael Schaper. In this article we consider the key findings and recommendations of the Independent Review.

In this guide we consider the franchise disclosure document, the importance of franchise disclosure document compliance, and best practices to ensure compliance as a franchisor in Australia.

The Importance of Franchise Disclosure Documents

Key Components of Franchise Disclosure Documents

Common Disclosure Document Issues for Australian Franchisors

Best Practices for Franchise Disclosure Document Management

Franchising is complex and highly regulated.

There are many legal requirements that need to be complied with in order to successfully franchise your business. We consider these requirements in more detail below.

Guide to Franchising Your Business

What happens when a franchisee is not living up to expectations? In this article we explore the challenges of poorly performing franchisees and how they can impact the overall success of a franchise.

The Treasury Laws Amendment (More Competition, Better Prices) Act 2022 ("the Act") came into effect on 9 November 2022.

In this blog post, we will delve into some of the key amendments made to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) ("Fair Work Act") under the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Act 2022 (Cth) ("SJBP"). Our aim is to provide an understanding of the implications of these changes, exploring their direct impact on employee rights and the obligations faced by employers.

On 23 August 2023, the Government released the Consultation Paper for the 2023 review of the Franchising Code of Conduct. 

In November 2023, the 12-month transition period for the Treasury Laws Amendment (More Competition, Better Prices) Act 2022 ("the Act") comes to a close. As we reflect on the impact of this act, it becomes even more crucial to understand the ins and outs of standard form contracts and in particular to understand "What is a standard form contract?". 

Standard Form Contracts
ACCC reference to Standard Form Contracts
What is a Standard Form Contract under the ACL?
What does the Explanatory Memorandum say about Standard Form Contracts?
Takeaways

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A standard form contract is generally referred to as a contract that has pre-drafted terms and conditions that can be easily adapted to different transactions or agreements. This eliminates the need for extensive negotiations and allows parties to quickly and efficiently enter into contracts.

Examples of standard form contracts include software licence user agreements where you tick a box to indicate that you agree to the terms and conditions of use.