Round up of corporate law changes in 2011
Directors personal liability — Metz Holdings In a recent case, directors were held personally liable for representations given by the company, despite…
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I’m sexy, but not that sexy — .xxx domain names
From 6 December 2011 any individual, company or organisation is permitted to apply for a new .XXX (or triple X) domain name…
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Managing ill or injured employees A delicate balancing act
One of the most challenging issues faced by clients of employment relations advisers is managing an employee who is either…
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Australian local councils win appeal against Lehman Brothers in High Court
In Brief In this article Australian Local Councils win appeal against Lehman Brothers in High Court, Partner Tean Kerr discusses Lehman…
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Public Interest Law Clearing House (PILCH)
Our involvement with PILCH goes back seven years. This organisation refers individuals and organisations to member law firms like Swaab…
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Online behavioural advertising code released How do you want your cookies crumbled?
In brief: Industry coalition releases voluntary Guideline — Web users to have ability to opt out of OBA In late March…
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ASIC appeal upheld — Fortescue Metals Group and Andrew Forrest misled investors
In brief — Full Federal Court overturns 2009 ruling On 18 February 2011 the Full Federal Court unanimously overturned the 200…
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Film and TV studios appeal to High Court in iiNet copyright case
In brief — Full Federal Court decision on iiNet appealed to the High Court The consortium of film and television companies…
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Mobile telephone facility/tower leases — 3 things you need to know if you are a landlord
In brief — Landlord/tenant relationship, lease agreements and good faith negotiations If a telecommunications provider (telco) wishes to install a telecommunications facility…
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Can you dismiss an employee for a Facebook post?
In brief – Postings on social media can have consequences for employees An employee who thinks that they may say what…
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