Can you get out of a standard-form contract?
So you’re in a contract you want to get out of and not sure what do to. Terminating an agreement is never easy, but there are some practical steps you can take.
Is your dental practice in need of a brush and floss?
We have a lot of dentist clients who have downed tools during the Level 3 restrictions. One thing they have in common is that they’re making lemonade out of lemons and getting their practices ‘shipshape’ for when the restrictions are downgraded back to Level 1 or 2. If this sounds like you, read on!
Are you breaching the Privacy Act?
Are you protecting your employee’s personal information? If not, you may be breaching your obligations under the Privacy Act 1988.
Beware: You could be personally liable for underpaying staff
Given the increasing heat being placed on directors and business owners, it’s important for you to understand the legal requirements and put in place compliance systems so that employees are being paid their legal wages and entitlements.
How to effectively limit your liability
Limitation of liability clauses are a great way for parties to a contract to limit, manage or allocate risk between them.
If you see the word ‘indemnity’ in a contract – SEEK LEGAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY
Indemnities are often treated like a ‘standard’ or ‘boilerplate’ contract clause, when they are anything but. If they are ignored or overlooked, you could be in trouble when something goes wrong. However, when used properly, indemnity clauses can help you to manage your risk when entering into an agreement.