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What exactly is a Mareva Order?
This article outlines the legal implications of Exclusive Supply Contracts, or Exclusive Dealing, and provides an overview of the types of clauses, when they may be illegal, and when they may be requested by both Suppliers and Purchasers.
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Is using a trade mark in AdWords considered infringement?
A Court concluded that a company had infringed a trade mark using Google AdWords in Veda Advantage Limited v Malouf Group Enterprises Pty Limited [2016] FCA 255. Click through to learn more about the dispute, and the learning points and takeaways.
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Be cautious when alleging patent infringement
The Court weighed in on the issue of unjust threats of patent infringement and the damages that may be payable. Learn more about the importance of proving direct causation between the threat and the loss, and the implications for patent holders and infringers alike.
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What are end user licence agreements?
Understand the legal risks of end-user license agreements (EULAs): learn about the common clauses, conditions, and warranties that can protect both the licensee and the licensor. Find out how to ensure your EULA is legally sound.
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Federal Court rules on unfair contract clauses
This case serves as a reminder to businesses and consumers to review their contracts and ensure they are compliant with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Find out more about the Federal Court ruling and what it means for businesses and consumers.
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Copyright infringement for computer code
Computer code is automatically protected by copyright. Unauthorised reproduction of it may constitute an infringement, as illustrated by two federal cases. To understand copyright infringement with respect to computer code, read “Who owns the code?”
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Discovery process in the Federal Court of Australia
Discover the process for seeking documents in the Federal Court of Australia. Learn about the roles of the parties, criteria for standard and non-standard discovery, and the process of giving discovery. Get the full details on the Federal Court Rules 2011 and its revised regime for discovery.
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Patents, grace periods and revocation explained
Disclosure of an invention prior to applying for a patent can have serious implications. Learn more from Dundas Lawyers to understand the important considerations, including the twelve (12) month grace period and its effect on revocation.
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The importance of evidence
This article explores the different types of evidence and their importance in civil and intellectual property litigation. Learn more about the rules of evidence and how they apply to your case by reading the full article.
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