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Share vesting agreements – is compulsory acquisition a penalty?
Drafting a Share Vesting Agreement requires consideration of several factors, including securities, copyright, class of shares, taxation, congruence, Events of Default, issuing all shares, and Events of Default/Forfeiture clauses to avoid penalties.
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Facebook comments ruled as workplace bullying
A ruling by the Fair Work Commission has broadened the concept of ‘being at work’ to include activities authorized or permitted by the employer. Learn more about how this could affect your workplace and why it’s important to have a strong social media policy in place.
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Proposed anti-bullying laws to target social media platforms
The Federal Government is introducing legislation to protect children from online bullying on social media. Find out more about the powers the Children’s e-Safety Commissioner will have to address this issue.
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Businesses obligations when trading online – CC Act 2010 (Cth)
This article provides an overview of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and its application to online sales, including provisions relating to misleading conduct, single price representation, unconscionable conduct, unfair contract terms and remedies for contraventions.
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Implied terms in software development – the submarine in the code
Court resolves copyright in code without contract. Evidence leads to declaration of ownership and orders to deliver source code. Court implies term limiting the Respondent’s hourly rate claim.
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ACCC guide on online user reviews
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has released guidelines to help businesses navigate the complexities of online reviews. Learn how to manage reviews, remove fake ones, and stay compliant with the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). Read on to find out more.
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Businesses’ obligations when trading online – Competition and Consumer Act 2010
The Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) provides legal remedies for those aggrieved by a business’s online conduct, such as penalties, damages, etc. This article explores remedies for misleading, deceptive, unconscionable conduct and unfair contract terms.
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Understanding the legal issues of gamification
Gamification is a popular way to engage customers, but there are many legal issues to consider. This article looks at those issues and offers advice on how to get started.
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Social media rant costs respondent over $350k!
Posting unsubstantiated allegations on social media can be risky. Learn about the consequences of a case in which a business was found to have misled and deceived customers, and how to protect yourself from similar situations. Read the full article to find out more.
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