In the recent decision of Morgan v McMillan Investment Holdings Pty Ltd [2024] HCA 33, the High Court considered the circumstances in which a pooling order is appropriate where one or more insolvent companies in a group use prope...

On 16 August 2024, the Federal Court of Australia handed down its second judgment in the case of Stone (liquidator), in the matter of Ironbark Blacksmithing Pty Ltd (in liq) v Mizzi (No 2[1]) ("Stone v Mizzi"). The judgment con...

The Unfair Contract Terms (UCT) reforms, effective from November 9, 2023, prohibit the inclusion of UCTs in standard form contracts with consumers and small businesses in Australia.  Violations attract substantial penalt...

The emergence of AI is revolutionising industries by enhancing efficiency and innovation. From automating tasks to enabling advanced data analysis, AI is reshaping the way we live and work, offering unprecedented opportunities and...

The Australian government's move to extend consumer credit regulation to the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) sector marks a significant development toward enhancing consumer protection. Originally exempt from traditional credit laws due ...

At Hunt & Hunt, we pride ourselves on our expertise in Australia's foreign investment regulations. With recent reforms in Australia's Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) framework, it's crucial for investors to und...