Posts tagged "unfair"

Debt collectors are chasing small businesses which fall into auto-renewing contracts they can no longer afford, the New South Wales Small Business Commissioner says, highlighting problematic behaviour by big-name service providers and the power imbalance between businesses large and small.

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has issued its new corporate plan, pledging to crack down on unfair contract terms and dodgy deals offered by big business partners and financiers.

A new Treasury consultation seeks feedback on 'price parity' clauses offered by online travel agencies, which can force small accommodation businesses to offer their cheapest possible price on major platforms.