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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.
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Emojis used online can be defamatory – watch out!
This Australian Court case is the first to consider whether emojis can be defamatory. Find out what the Court concluded about this novel legal question.
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Marketplace terms and conditions – legal issues
This article explores essential terms and considerations for building marketplace terms and conditions, including establishing the position of the platform operator, user accounts, payment options, intellectual property, disclaimers, liability, indemnities, and the Australian Consumer Law.
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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.
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Standard form IT procurement contracts – legal issues
Do you know what to look for in an IT procurement agreement? Learn more about the Queensland government QITC framework and key areas to consider when drafting or negotiating an agreement to protect your company’s commercial value.
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$750k awarded for fake online reviews
The Supreme Court of South Australia awarded $A750,000 in damages to a lawyer in the case of Cheng v Lok [2020] SASC 14, demonstrating the serious consequences of posting fake reviews online. Find out more about the implications of this case and alternative legal actions for companies that receive negative reviews.
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Adaptations and computer code – copyright issues
An adaption in copyright is the exclusive right of the owner of the work in question. Section 10 of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) (Act) defines adaption as it relates to literary works in dramatic and non-dramatic forms, in a computer program and in relation to a musical work. The rights that apply to adaptions…
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Australian court orders Google to unmask reviewer
The case of Kabbabe v Google LLC [2020] FCA 126 has major implications for businesses and online reviewers alike. Learn more about the Court’s decision and what it means for anonymous online reviews by reading the full article.
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New safety standards proposed for online platforms
The Australian Government has proposed an Online Safety Act that could significantly change the way businesses manage user-generated content online. Find out how this proposed Act could affect your business and how you can prepare for it.
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