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Top 7 mistakes in commercial contracts
Negotiating commercial contracts can be tricky. Learn the top seven common mistakes to avoid costly errors and make sure your contracts are successful.
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Artificial intelligence – introductory thoughts on the legal issues
Technology lawyers are grappling with the complex legal issues associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as liability, competition, consumer issues, intellectual property, data ownership, security, and privacy. This article explores these topics and examines the approach taken in the European Union.
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What are Services Agreements?
A services agreement is an essential tool for any business relationship. Learn more about the common clauses, liability, personnel obligations, and other considerations to ensure an effective agreement.
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Offers to settle: Federal Court Rules c.f. Calderbank offers
Settling out of Court can bring advantages, but parties must be aware of potential legal costs consequences of offers. Rejecting an offer unreasonably can lead to paying other’s costs or losing entitlement to costs.
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Contesting patent ownership between joint inventors
This article provides an overview of the conditions for patent grant, joint inventorship tests, and standard of proof for disputes in relation to contested patent ownership in Australia.
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What is a data breach response plan and how do you obtain one?
Organizations must now comply with the Notifiable Data Breaches Scheme. Learn how to create a Data Breach Response Plan and why it is so important for compliance.
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What is an injunction – Australian law?
This article provides an overview of two main categories of tax applied to a person’s Fund: Contributions Tax and Investment Tax. Examples of how these taxes are applied are also included.
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Shareholders’ right to information
When shareholders are restricted from accessing company information, it may be a sign of a dispute. The Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) provides mechanisms for minority shareholders to obtain relevant information, but they must prove they are acting in ‘good faith’ and ‘for a proper purpose’.
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Notifiable Data Breach Scheme commenced 23 Feb 2018
As of 23 February 2018, certain entities must notify affected individuals of eligible data breaches under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to $420,000. Learn more about who’s affected, what constitutes serious harm, how to assess likelihood of harm, and how to prepare a response plan.
