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Have you or your business ever received any fake reviews online, or reviews which you believed to be misleading? Alternatively, have you ever thought about publishing your own false reviews online to balance out the negative reviews? As we have moved further into the 21st Century, people are becoming more reliant on what they read online for reviews as opposed to more traditional methods of review such as word of mouth. This can be a big problem if fake reviews are published about you or your business.

Are you considering selling a business in Victoria? We have set out a checklist of important topics to consider when you are selling your business.

We frequently see disagreements between Landlords and Tenants of retail premises about who is responsible for repair and maintenance of an air conditioning system. So, whose legal obligation is it?

As an employer, it is important that you have a professionally drafted Employment Contract for your employees. While there are a number of aspects that are automatically covered by the Fair Work Act or a relevant Modern Award, a number of important areas still need to be addressed and covered in a Contract.

Employees who are on unpaid parental leave still require on-going consultation and consideration, particularly when it comes to changes to the employee's pre-parental leave position and their return to work.

There are a number of key aspects that should be considered and covered in a well-drafted supply contract. Some of these items may not necessarily be included in standard contracts and therefore you should understand the terminology before considering signing.

If you want to lease a commercial property to a tenant, you need to know your rights as a Landlord. We outline seven key rights a Landlord in Victoria has under a standard Law Institute of Victoria Lease Agreement.

When starting a business, it is important to decide firstly the legal structure of the business. There is no 'one-size-fits-all' when it comes to business structures. Mitchell Zadow, Accredited (Specialist) Commercial Law outlines the key advantages and disadvantages of the most common business structures.

Negotiating a commercial lease involves more than reaching an agreement on the rent. A Lease is a long term commitment between the Landlord and the Tenant. A well-negotiated and well-drawn Lease helps to build a good relationship between the parties from the beginning, reduces the likelihood of disputes down the track, and can add value to a business. Read here for more.

A trust is worthwhile for holding and managing your assets. What it depends on are your finances, income, job risk, family situation and future plans. We explore some of the advantages of a trust, which might assist to answer the question of whether a trust is a good idea for you.

Buying a business can be a risky investment. Care must be taken when determining how you will purchase the business (e.g. sole trader, partnership, trust or company). Factors to consider include your own personal liability, asset protection and the costs involved.

Today's employees are more skilled and mobile than at any other time. This increase in skills and mobility has been accompanied by a significant increase in the prevalence and complexity of Restraint of Trade clauses. Our Employment Law team explains.