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  • The Australian Cyber Law Map – overview

    The Australian Cyber Law Map – overview

    The Australian Cyber Law Map provides clarity on ever-changing legal landscape, covering commercial enterprises, cyber offences, infrastructure, international law, national security and personal rights. A source for understanding laws and providing safety/security in the digital age.

  • Franchising Code amendments now in effect

    Franchising Code amendments now in effect

    The Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources proposed amendments to the Franchising Code of Conduct. These includes a broader Alternative Dispute Resolution process, a key facts sheet, extended cooling off period, limits on capital expenditure requirements and increased civil penalties for non-compliance.

  • Warning – Facebook trolls ordered to pay $150k damages

    Warning – Facebook trolls ordered to pay $150k damages

    An online defamation case has resulted in two trolls being ordered to pay a hefty sum in damages. Learn more about the case and the potential consequences of making false claims online.

  • My client poached my software developers – what can I do?

    My client poached my software developers – what can I do?

    This article examines how professional service businesses can protect their investment in employees from clients poaching them. It looks at potential clauses such as client agreements, non-solicitation of employees, restraints of trade, confidential information, copyright and more.

  • Cooperative marketing funds – what are they?

    Cooperative marketing funds – what are they?

    Franchisors must be aware of their obligations when managing cooperative marketing funds. Learn more about the regulations and potential penalties for non-compliance with the Franchising Code.

  • Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (Cth) overview

    Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (Cth) overview

    Online gaming operators in Australia must abide by the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (Cth). Learn more about the rules and regulations, and the consequences when they are not followed.

  • Revisiting software as a service agreement

    Revisiting software as a service agreement

    Discover the legal considerations of commercialising a SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) Agreement as a business model. Uncover the key issues to consider when going to market with a SaaS offering, such as subscription terms, service levels, data handling, intellectual property (IP) in customizations, and more.

  • What are software licence agreements?

    What are software licence agreements?

    A Software Licence Agreement (SLA) is a contract between two parties granting the right to use software. Learn more about common clauses, legal issues, and how to protect yourself when drafting the agreement.

  • Do meta tags amount to trade mark infringement?

    Do meta tags amount to trade mark infringement?

    Find out how the case of Accor Australia & New Zealand Hospitality Pty Ltd v Liv Pty Ltd [2015] FCA 554 highlights the potential risk of trademark infringements to businesses. Read more to discover the case background, takeaways, and tips to protect your business.

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