A timely reminder about calculating compensation claims in IP infringement cases
In brief Recently, the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia handed down its decision in Facton Ltd v Rifai…
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Accidents happen. the importance of appointing your Enduring Guardian and Enduring Power of Attorney
In Brief Generally we prefer to make our own decisions concerning our personal lives and finances. But what happens if we…
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The new world of OH&S - is there any substantial difference?
In Brief The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) (‘WHS Act’) came into effect on 1 January 2012 and has brought…
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Terminating a lease — what not to do
In Brief A landlord communicating to a tenant a termination of a lease must be clear. This is evident from the decision in Dee-Tech Pty…
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Costly consequences of not taking Genuine Steps
In Brief A recent decision of the Federal Court of Australia signals the importance of parties to disputes and their legal representatives…
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New code for private equity funds
In Brief On 7 September 2011, the Australian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (AVCAL) released a new corporate governance code for the…
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New retail leasing disclosure obligations now in force other amendments proposed
In brief – New landlord disclosure statements and proposed amendments to retail leasing laws Retail landlords now have new disclosure obligations…
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Insolvent trading…? Don’t go there.
Director’s duty to avoid insolvent trading Section 588G of the Corporations Act 2001 imposes liability on a company director: (a) who allows a company…
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Cash-flow problems no excuse for underpayment of workers, magistrate rules
In these difficult economic times it is common for small businesses to experience liquidity and cash-flow problems. Under these situations…
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Cash-flow problems no excuse for underpayment of workers, magistrate rules
In these difficult economic times it is common for small businesses to experience liquidity and cash-flow problems. Under these situations…
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