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Shareholder oppression – Victorian Supreme Court adopts pilot program to resolve oppression disputes
The Victorian Supreme Court has launched a pilot program to help resolve shareholder oppression disputes in a more efficient and cost-effective way. Find out more about the program and its implications for shareholders.
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Enduring powers of attorney
Creating an Eduring Power of Attorney (EPA) can protect your finances and property in the event of illness or disability. Learn how to appoint an attorney, the power’s content, witnessing documents and more.
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Re-settlement of trusts – towards a definitive test
The Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) has been amended to allow copyright owners to apply to the Federal Court to block access to infringing websites or online locations outside Australia, and to stop search engine providers from indexing them.
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Overview of convertible notes
This article examines the features, accounting treatment, benefits, and legal issues of Convertible Notes – a complex financial instrument. It explores how both issuer and holder may benefit, and potential legal issues associated with their use.
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Changes to Australian Competition and Consumer Commission v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Limited [2014] FCA 634
Coles has been found to have breached the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Find out what this means and how it could affect you. Get in touch for an obligation free and confidential discussion.
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Selling counterfeit poles breaches IP rights
Australian sellers Vertical Leisure Ltd and Dance4Me Pty Ltd have won AU$394,800 in damages from competitor Skyrunner Pty Ltd, who sold counterfeit “X-Pole” dancing poles. The Federal Circuit Court’s decision provides guidance for calculating damages for multiple IP rights breaches.
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No implied term of mutual trust and confidence in employment contracts: Implications for employers
The High Court of Australia (High Court) has determined that employment contracts in Australia do not contain an implied term of mutual trust and confidence imposing an obligation on employers to treat their employees fairly or reasonably.
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Misleading and deceptive conduct in commercial dealings
Business dealings between two or more parties often involve statements or representations during negotiations prior to reaching a concluded bargain. This article considers some case examples of conduct found to be misleading and deceptive in a variety of common business and commercial settings
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Employment changes may trigger a constructive dismissal claim
Employers must be aware of potential constructive dismissal claims: a concept recognised by the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and common law. Employees must prove the employer’s conduct was the principal factor in their resignation.
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