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Our Clients' Satisfaction Is Our Top Priority

Posted by Elizabeth Gore-Jones on 8 March 2024
Our Clients' Satisfaction Is Our Top Priority
We're thrilled to receive such glowing feedback from one of our long-standing clients. At The Franchise & Business Lawyers, we strive to offer a unique blend of extensive experience and personalised service, and it’s heartening to hear that it's making a difference. A huge shoutout to Elizabeth Gore-Jones, our principal, for her unwavering dedication and exceptional expertise. Her professional background coupled with her personalised approach has truly set us apart. Thank ...
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Breaking News: Ultra Tune Fined $1.5 Million for Contempt of Court

Posted by Elizabeth Gore-Jones on 4 March 2024
In a landmark decision, the Federal Court of Australia has imposed Ultra Tune Australia Pty Ltd (Ultra Tune), a prominent car servicing franchisor, with a staggering $1.5 million fine for contempt of court, marking the highest penalty ever meted out for such proceedings by the ACCC. Ultra Tune's troubles began in 2019 when it was found guilty of breaching multiple provisions of the Australian Consumer Law and the Franchising Code of Conduct. Despite court orders mandating compliance with...
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Navigating Misleading Representations in Business Sales: Lessons from a Queensland Court of Appeal Case

Posted by Elizabeth Gore-Jones on 1 March 2024
Business sales often trigger concerns about breaches of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), but proving misconduct requires more than just pointing out misleading statements. A recent Queensland Court of Appeal case sheds light on this issue, illustrating a common scenario where mere allegations of misleading conduct might not suffice for legal relief. Case Overview: In Babstock Pty Ltd v Laurel Star Pty Ltd (No 5) [2024] QCA 3, the Queensland Court of Appeal examined a dispute over the sale...
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Happy Easter from The Franchise & Business Lawyers!

Mar 28 2024
Wishing you a long weekend filled with joy, laughter and warmth! May your Easter basket be filled with blessings and your heart with love. Remember, just like a successful franchise, Easter is all about growth, renewal and new beginning...

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