Multinationals and big businesses need to review their practices because of Harper review changes to competition law.

These reforms mean that insurance organisations may be exposed to liability for products they underwrite or distribute.

It is important that as the business grows and new stakeholders are involved appropriate corporate governance rules are established.

Welcome to the September 2010 issue of EBIT (Emerging Business, Innovation and Tax).

Fair Work Australia (FWA) has made "single interest employer authorisations" under s248 of the Fair Work Act covering 156 Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd franchisees, allowing them to bargain together for a single enterprise agreement.

According to a recent study produced by global management consulting company, A.T. Kearney, India is the world’s most attractive retail destination after Russia, even ahead of China.

In its tender which formed part of the contract there was a provision that the contractor "does not accept liquidated damages or consequential loss". There was no definition of what consequential loss was being referred to.

Article considers proper management of IP ownership & control for franchisors seeking to sell their business.

This month's Quick Tips for Franchisors relates to the disclosure document. All franchisors know that they must prepare and maintain a current disclosure document, but here are some points that are sometimes overlooked.

The amendments recognise the effect of COVID-19 on finding a new job or returning to work by long-term injured workers.

Beyond the obvious health repercussions, the spread of the coronavirus presents major challenges for global businesses.

This month includes a number of electricity developments and initiatives by the National Electricity Market regulator.

Employers need to manage risks of family and domestic violence, in the traditional workplace and when working from home.

On 21 July 2011, the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (Directive) came into force.

Increasingly, financial institutions need to assess, monitor and disclose the sustainability of their investments.

Article discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on supply chains.

Article discusses important regulatory requirements that the COVID-19 outbreak brings into play for financial institutions.

Article discusses the risks to the global economy and state aid as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This edition explores pre-election contracting dilemmas, the tendering process for councils and whistleblowing rewards.

These links discuss sovereign immunity risk in the context of the current problems in the Eurozone and in other areas.