Privacy compliance

  • Uber found in breach of Australian privacy laws

    Uber found in breach of Australian privacy laws

    This article provides an overview of interesting decisions of Australian Courts in Corporate Law, Technology Law and Intellectual Property. With cases on Trade Marks, Copyright, Defamation, Negligence, Joint Ventures and Confidential Information, it is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in these areas.

  • Overview of the Ransomware Payments Bill 2021 (Cth)

    Overview of the Ransomware Payments Bill 2021 (Cth)

    Australian government proposed the Ransomware Payments Bill 2021 (Cth) (Bill) to enforce mandatory reporting of ransomware payments. Penalties of up to $110,000 for non-compliance.

  • International businesses subject to Australian privacy laws

    International businesses subject to Australian privacy laws

    Australian Intelligence Community (AIC) Commissioner Falk determined how the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) will assess if international entities have an Australian Link to Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

  • 7-Eleven customer survey: implied consent?

    7-Eleven customer survey: implied consent?

    The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner found 7-Eleven Stores Pty Ltd are in breach of the Australian Privacy Principles (APP’s). Learn more about the findings, implications, and how businesses can comply with the APP’s.

  • Use of confidential information – the springboard injunction

    Use of confidential information – the springboard injunction

    This article examines the UK decision of Forse & ors v Secarma Ltd & ors [2019] EWCA Civ 215, which discussed the legal concept of a springboard injunction, and its implications in Australia. The Court must consider similar principles to determine if an injunction should be granted.

  • Swiss company hands over user data

    Swiss company hands over user data

    A Court order in Switzerland raises questions about Australian law enforcement’s ability to access encrypted data. This article explores the legislative perspective on accessing private or business communications, and the steps taken to protect transmitted information.

  • Parliament passes Government surveillance bill

    Parliament passes Government surveillance bill

    The Surveillance Legislation Amendment (Identify and Disrupt) Bill 2021 added three (3) warrants, allowing law enforcement to access data and take control of online accounts to obtain evidence of serious online crime.

  • Data breach compliance and response plans

    Data breach compliance and response plans

    Dundas Lawyers create tailored data breach response plans to ensure compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Plans include actions, registers, records, tests and tasks. Get an obligation-free and confidential discussion to learn more.

  • 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.

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