It’s always nice to make a sale – but the fun soon ends if you don’t end up getting paid. You need to ensure that your ‘terms of trade’ protect your interests, and you also need to ensure these interests are register on the PPSR. Find out how.
It’s not unusual to make a decision to enter into an agreement, based on a statement or promise by the other party about what the future will hold. Then when that promise doesn’t hold or ring true, you could find yourself out of pocket.
The question of who can “witness an affidavit” in South Australia comes up quite often, not only in the context of litigation, but also in relation to such things as witnessing an Enduring Power of Attorney.
If your customers are not paying your invoices on time this may indicate they are under financial stress – which should be of a concern. However, more often, it merely demonstrates a lack of respect. In either case, dealing with late payment excuses quickly and firmly is needed to set your relationship back on track.
Do your clients see you as a bank – or worse, a charity? We strive to assist you in recovering debt by using a range of services, from negotiation to litigation.
By following a couple of simple rules, your business can better protect itself against being sued, and be better prepared to win a just resolution (in or out of court) in the event of a commercial stoush.