Before committing to a franchise business, it is essential to understand the legal nature of the contract you are signing. The purchase of a franchise is a major business decision, and prospective franchisees should be aware…
Misleading And Deceptive Conduct In Business Sales
Buying or selling a business in Queensland often involves detailed financial records, trading figures, employee information and due diligence material. If that information is inaccurate, incomplete or presented in a way that creates a false impression,…
Unreasonable Director-Related Transactions – What You Need to Know
When a company enters liquidation, the conduct of its directors and the transactions they authorised come under scrutiny. One of the most significant tools available to liquidators is the ability to unwind an unreasonable director-related transaction…
De Facto Director vs Shadow Director: Understanding the Difference
In modern corporate governance, influence does not always follow title. Individuals who informally step into a leadership role or who exert control from behind the scenes may find themselves treated as directors at law, even if…
Shadow Directors in Litigation: When Influence Becomes Liability
In commercial disputes, particularly those involving breach of director duties, insolvent trading, or shareholder oppression, allegations of shadow directorship often emerge as a core issue. These claims regularly arise in company collapses, restructuring scenarios, and closely…