Unfair Contract Laws: What Australian Small Businesses Must Know | Sprintlaw

Contracts are there to protect your business - but what if they contain terms that actually work against you? Unfair contract terms can leave your small business open to legal disputes, financial losses, and compliance headaches. With major changes to contract laws in 2023, it’s more important than ever to know what to look out for.

Sprintlaw's legal webinar and Q&A is designed to help you gain a clear understanding of unfair contract terms, how they impact your business, and the proactive steps you can take to protect yourself.

Learn more about Sprintlaw and how we help businesses here: https://sprintlaw.com.au/

Disclaimer: Please note that information provided in this presentation is general advice only, and should not be relied on as legal advice. You should obtain specific legal or other professional advice before relying on any content contained on this website.

Chapters:
00:07 Title & Presentation Overview
00:13 About Sprintlaw & Topic Introduction
03:08 Agenda, Q&A Format & Definitions
05:22 Scope, Standard Form Contracts & Enforcement
08:30 Importance of Contract Review & Small Business Impact
12:06 Wording, Negotiation & Updated Thresholds
16:03 Case Studies: Fee Variation; Landscaper Liability; Catering Cancellation
30:49 Subscription & Auto-Renewal Traps
37:04 Next Steps, Compliance Tips & Team Training
46:05 Conclusion & Upcoming Webinars