From LegalVision: Directors in Australia must adhere to strict legal responsibilities under the Corporations Act 2001, including acting in good faith and avoiding conflicts of interest, with severe consequences for breaches such as fines, imprisonment, and personal liability for debts.… read more
From www.tglaw.com.au: From 1 March 2025, employers and other persons conducting a business or undertaking in Queensland must prepare and implement a written sexual harassment prevention plan if they identify psychosocial risks related to sexual or gender-based harassment at work.… read more
From www.aicd.com.au: New laws in Australia, effective September 2024, introduce strict liability for corporations failing to prevent foreign bribery, modeled after the UK’s Bribery Act 2010, with potential penalties exceeding $31.3 million.… read more
From colemangreig.com.au: The Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 introduces significant changes to the Privacy Act 1988, including a new statutory tort for serious invasions of privacy that will take effect by June 2025.… read more
From stonegatelegal.com.au: Libel, slander, and defamation involve false statements that harm an individual’s or business’s reputation, with libel being written or permanent statements and slander being spoken or transient ones.… read more
From stonegatelegal.com.au: Injunctions in Queensland serve as legal remedies that compel parties to act or refrain from actions to prevent harm, offering flexibility when monetary damages are insufficient.… read more
From sladen.com.au: In 2024, significant developments in the franchising sector included a Federal Court ruling holding franchisors liable for their franchisees’ non-payments of employee entitlements, emphasizing the importance of compliance with Fair Work laws.… read more
From www.klgates.com: The Competition and Consumer (Industry Code–Franchising) Regulations 2024 will replace the old franchising code in Australia, coming into effect on April 1, 2025.… read more
From mdl.com.au: Constructive trusts and resulting trusts are important concepts in property law that serve to address unfairness in ownership and benefits.
A constructive trust is imposed by courts to rectify situations of wrongdoing, preventing unjust enrichment, while a resulting trust arises from the presumed intent of parties during a property transfer when full ownership wasn’t intended.… read more
From www.iplawwatch.com: Sophisticated scam emails are circulating that impersonate IP attorneys, misleading business owners about trademark assistance.
These scams often contain urgent requests, typographical errors, and email addresses that closely resemble legitimate ones, leading many to pay unnecessary fees.… read more
From www.khq.com.au: Australian businesses offering digital services in the UK or EU must comply with new obligations under several major legal frameworks, including the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act, Digital Services Act, and the UK’s Online Safety Act.… read more
From financialnewswire.com.au: APRA defended its procedures regarding former executives who now serve on the boards of Macquarie Bank and the Australian Retirement Trust.
The regulator clarified that while it recommends a 12-month waiting period before former members take up directorships in APRA-regulated entities, this guideline is not legally binding.… read more
From hallandwilcox.com.au: A Western Australia District Court ruled in Mobius Group Pty Ltd v Inoteq Pty Ltd that the Defendant, Inoteq, is liable for an unpaid sum of $191,859.16 after it mistakenly paid a fraudster following a compromised email.… read more
From LegalVision: Registering a trade mark is crucial for fashion businesses in Australia as it provides legal protection, enhances brand value, and aids in market expansion.… read more
From legalvision.com: Healthcare providers are legally obligated to manage and protect patients’ personal information while maintaining transparency about data collection and usage.
To ensure compliance with privacy laws, practices must regularly update privacy policies, train staff, and implement robust data security measures.… read more