ArticleIntroduction of National Business Names Register - What it means for FranchisorsThe new National Business Names Register ("Register") commenced on 28 May 2012..AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMST Lawyers
ArticleNew Franchise Disclosure Register expected to increase disclosure obligations for franchisorsDraft legislation proposes new obligations on franchisors to publish disclosure documents on a publicly available register.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCooper Grace Ward
ArticleNew Franchising Code celebrates its first birthdayThe first anniversary is a good time for franchisors to ensure compliance with the new Code to avoid hefty penalties.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCooper Grace Ward
ArticleNew Franchising Code imminent from 1 January 2015 - maybeWhile we still await the final legislation to be released, this is a best guess as to how the new legislation will read.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleFranchisee underpayments and the supply chainEmployee underpayment is an issue with a more-or-less bipartisan commitment to do more to protect vulnerable employees.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleVulnerable workers: Changes to the Fair Work Act - What employers need to know!These changes potentially affect all businesses, but in particular those in franchising or licensing or distribution.AustraliaEmployment and HRHolman Webb
Article457 visa: Franchisor or franchisee liability?Moves may be made to extend the responsibilities of franchisors to cover immigration matters and the 457 visa program.AustraliaImmigrationNorton Rose Fulbright Australia
ArticleAlternate use of the voluntary administration moratoriumArticle discusses how the VA process can minimise a director's exposure to a personal guarantee debt.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringWorrells
ArticleFirst Domino to fall? ACCC obtains first penalty under the Franchising CodeDomino's has recently paid $18,000 to the ACCC, in relation to two alleged breaches of the Franchising Code of Conduct.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolman Webb
ArticleFirst Step In Talking International – Getting TheTerminology Right!!Try this test next time you are talking to someone about international expansion. Get them to explain the difference between master franchising, area development and area representation.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawNorton Rose Fulbright Australia
ArticleLet's incentivise to save face! Landlord incentives for tenantsFranchising tenants should look carefully at the form that the incentive will take and for any hidden potential traps!AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleCan franchise fees be waived during COVID-19?A recent government media release recommended that franchisors and franchisees should renegotiate fees during COVID-19.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)LegalVision
Article2018-19 Franchise Agreement and Franchise Disclosure Document update - do not delay, time is running out!Article highlights the importance of updating the Disclosure Document, reviewing IP and any leases & licences. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColeman Greig Lawyers
Article7 factors for franchisors and franchisees to consider during the COVID-19 pandemicSmall business franchisees who are part of a dynamic and agile franchise system may be better off than going it alone.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolman Webb
ArticleACCC to target franchisorsThe ACCC will commence a new round of audits focusing on franchises in the takeaway food and health and fitness industries.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCooper Grace Ward
ArticleAustralia Set To Recognise A Statutory Duty Of Good Faith In FranchisingIn a recent Franflash we reported on recent developments in the approach taken by the English courts to the concept of good faith in certain types of long term commercial relationships, including franchising. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawFieldfisher
ArticleFive franchising lessons from the film "The Founder" of McDonald'sOn the facts presented in the film, there are a number of franchising lessons to be aware of and mistakes to avoid.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolman Webb
ArticleFranchisee Recruitment and the 14-Day Disclosure PeriodAny potential franchisee needs to be provided with 14 days to review the legal documents supplied before signing.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawLegalVision
ArticleFranchising Code amendments: In force 1 July 2021The changes will impact both franchisors and franchisees, so it is important that you are aware of the new requirements.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawRamsden Lawyers
ArticleFranchising v Licensing your business – Considering your optionsWhen you're ready to expand your business, you may need to consider whether to 'franchise' or to "grant them a licence'.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColeman Greig Lawyers