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Data privacy has become a frequent topic in the news, with recent reports highlighting data breaches across some of Australia’s largest and well-known companies. As a business owner, you may be curious about the implications...
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As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to advance, businesses are exploring innovative solutions to streamline operations and enhance productivity. ChatGPT, an AI-powered language model, has gained popularity as a communication and information retrieval tool. However,...
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Have you received an Adverse Examination Report in response to a trade mark application filed with IP Australia? If the answer is yes, don’t be alarmed, we are here to let you know everything there...
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We draw your attention to the recent judgement in Kane’s Hire Pty Ltd v Anderson Aviation Australia Pty Ltd [2023] FCA 381, where Jackman J of the Federal Court of Australia scrutinised giving affidavit evidence...
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We’ve recently published a series of short articles about trading terms via LinkedIn, to help get business owners on the right track – to explore what trading terms are for, how to make them work,...
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Since amendments in October 2021 the reportable situations (formerly referred to as breach reporting) regime for AFS and credit licensees has become both broader in its reach and more complex in its operation. Implementation of...
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An Australian fashion designer, Katie Taylor, who sells clothes under her birth name Katie Perry has won a trade mark battle against pop star Katy Perry. Taylor described the outcome as a victory in a...
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Tranche-two : New AML/CTF Regulations for Lawyers, Accountants, Real Estate Agents The Commonwealth Attorney-General’s department is consulting on long-awaited reforms to modernise Australia’s AML/CTF laws. The consultation paper includes two parts: changes to address various...
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Real estate transactions in Queensland are facing significant changes, including a mandatory seller disclosure statement, as a result of the Property Law Bill 2023 (expected to soon become law). Following a thorough review and report published (over 5...
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Congratulations to Nick Miller, Jim Harrowell, Steve Aitchison, Graeme Armstead and John Kozicki who have been recognised in the 2024 edition of the Best Lawyers in Australia. Nick has been awarded across four practice areas...
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The Permanent Order Book at the Victorian Land Titles Office has closed. Historically, the purpose of the Permanent Order Book was to assist parties lodging a significant volume of instruments executed under a Power of...
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Optus, Australia’s second-largest telecommunications and internet provider, was recently ordered by the Federal Court to cease all use of Boost Mobile’s BOOST brand. Optus had launched a new feature that allowed customers to get priority access to...