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The next chapter in greenwashing: beware of the enthusiastic Facebook post

On 2 May 2023, ASIC published an infringement notice against Future Super Investment Services Pty Ltd (Future Super) for alleged…

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Proposed extension of AML/CTF regime to apply to real estate agents, solicitors, accountants, dealers in precious stones, conveyancers and trust/company service providers

As part of a recently announced consultation process on proposed changes to Australia’s AML/CTF regime, the Department has asked for submissions…

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Changes proposed to simplify and modernise Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism regime – consultation process announced

The consultation paper (available here) is divided into two parts: Part 1 relates to proposals to “simplify and modernise” the…

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UCT 101: The usual suspects #3 – liability and indemnity clauses 

Welcome to the sixth article in our ‘UCT 101’ series, designed to assist businesses in preparing for new reforms to…

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Earnout arrangements in share and business purchase transactions

Introduction The global merger and acquisition (M&A) market has been hit by a number of challenges in recent times, including…

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Bird v DP, Vicarious Liability and the Impact for Volunteer Organisations

“If a teacher employed by a school authority sexually abuses a pupil, is the school authority liable in damages to…

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