While the obligation to report and publish a modern slavery statement under the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) (Act) remains largely unchanged by COVID-19, reporting entities must be aware of the impacts of the pandemic on vulnerable workers in their supply chains.
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In recognition of the financial hardships faced by Australian businesses over the upcoming months, the Australian Government has enacted the Coronavirus Economic Response Package Omnibus Act 2020 (CERP Legislation) to provide...
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In this new era of COVID-19, online business is more essential than ever. Whether an established online business or a new online player, here are 4 key legal considerations for optimising online operations.
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The National Cabinet’s mandatory Code of Conduct for commercial tenancies (Code) was released on 7 April 2020. Targeted at SMEs impacted by COVID-19...
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Businesses are having to deal with unprecedented challenges brought on by COVID-19. Below are some of the challenges your business may need to think about. What do the terms of your lease say? Does the National Cabinet's Mandatory Code of Conduct for commercial tenancies apply and how can it assist you?
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This part 3 bulletin focuses on the new express prohibition against price gouging when re-supplying certain PPE and disinfectant goods during this extraordinary time.
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Businesses may justify a price increase by falsely referring to supply issues or other reasons related to COVID-19. This part 2 bulletin focuses on how this may also be a contravention of the ACL.
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During these difficult times, when market confidence is at a low, access to government grants can give Australian businesses a much needed cash injection.
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As more and more employees work from home, many businesses no longer have the safety net of on-site IT to help them manage their technical environments...
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As COVID-19 spreads, is it unconscionable to increase prices for some items?
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