Technology law

  • Software licences classified as “goods” under the ACL

    Software licences classified as “goods” under the ACL

    This Federal Court case highlights the risks of supplying goods and services to Australian consumers. Companies should be aware of their legal obligations and seek advice to ensure their contractual terms comply with Australian Consumer Law. Find out more about the case and its implications.

  • Are software developers responsible for defects in their software?

    Are software developers responsible for defects in their software?

    Software developers in Australia may face legal liability in negligence and under the Australian Consumer Law. This article examines what is required for negligence in the context of relevant case law.

  • Legal challenges arising from data loss

    Legal challenges arising from data loss

    Organisations must protect confidential data from external and internal threats. Learn steps to secure data, potential data breach implications, and how a data breach notification bill may require affected entities to notify consumers.

  • Data Breach Bill 2016 – key data security considerations

    Data Breach Bill 2016 – key data security considerations

    The Privacy Amendment (Notifiable Data Breaches) Bill 2016 has been passed, making notification of data breaches mandatory from 23 February 2018. Find out how this could affect you and what measures you can take to protect your data.

  • What are Software Development Agreements?

    What are Software Development Agreements?

    Having a Software Development Agreement (SDA) is essential for any successful software development project. Learn more about the key clauses involved and how to avoid potential issues.

  • Legal risks in the in-app purchase model

    Legal risks in the in-app purchase model

    Software developers and publishers are offering users the chance to make In-App Purchases within their software, but there are legal risks involved. Learn how to protect yourself and your business by understanding the requirements of distribution platforms and Australian consumer law.

  • Letting go of employees threatening to go to the media

    Letting go of employees threatening to go to the media

    When employees leak confidential information or threaten to go to the media, employers can face serious consequences. Find out what the Fair Work Commission says about this issue and what options employers have to protect themselves.

  • App developers – take care with Apple Developer License

    App developers – take care with Apple Developer License

    Creating apps for Apple devices requires adherence to Apple’s Developer Agreement, Program Licence Agreement, and App Store Review Guidelines. Learn about your rights and obligations when it comes to agreeing to Apple’s terms and conditions, and the consequences of ignoring them.

  • Data security – the increasing burden

    Data security – the increasing burden

    The consequences for an Australian business victim for a breach of cyber security are forecast to exponentially increase. In February 2015 the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security (Committee) recommended the introduction of mandatory data breach notification scheme (Scheme) by the end of 2015.[1] Whilst the details of the incoming Scheme are currently scant,…

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