Information Sheet: Dealership, Distribution, Re-seller and IP Licence Agreements & the Australian Franchising Code of Conduct (Oct 2018)

The Australian courts have given a very broad interpretation of the definition of “franchise agreement” in the Australian Franchising Code of Conduct resulting in many dealership or reseller agreements, distribution agreements, trade mark licenses and IP license agreements being franchise agreements in Australia and subject to compliance with the Australian Franchising Code of Conduct. These… Read More