New privacy laws commence today
The Privacy Amendment (Notifiable Data Breaches) Act (Cth) 2017 came into force today. All APP Entities are now required to…
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Marine insurance case update – The referee's decision is final?
On 17 November 2017 the Federal Court handed down judgment in Sheehan v Lloyds Names Munich Re Syndicate Ltd [2017]…
The data breach notification scheme is here! What does it mean for franchisors?
Australia’s new data breach notification regime starts today, however are you ready? While the regime won’t affect all entities, many…
Employers put on notice of the application and extended coverage of the Miscellaneous Award 2010
Employers are reminded to be very cautious when attempting to classify their junior or low-paid employees as “award free“. In…
Copyright Act Amendments: Safe Harbour and Disability Access
Summary Safe harbour changes The ‘safe harbour’ scheme, as set out in Division 2AA of Part V of the Copyright…
Failing to renew a maximum term contract: can an unfair dismissal claim now be made?
Following a recent significant decision by the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission, employees who cease employment at the…