COVID-19 and other disruption events – Can the ACL come to a service provider’s rescue?
Key points Service providers that are unable to comply with their contractual obligations because of COVID-19 or other disruption events…
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Coronavirus and commercial contracts – No force majeure clause? Can the doctrine of “Frustration” assist?
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to spread, more and more parties are finding themselves in a position where they…
“Was/now” pricing claims again under the spotlight
In a previous article, we discussed the ACCC’s action against four retailers that had made false or misleading representations about…
The ACCC successfully enforces the Unfair Contract Terms regime against hair loss treatment business, Ashley & Martin
The ACCC has been successful in its Federal Court action against hair loss treatment business Ashley & Martin Pty Ltd…
Breaches of the Australian Consumer Law attract a record breaking $26.5 million penalty
In 2018, the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) was amended to align the maximum penalties for contraventions of the…
Europcar pays a $350,000 penalty for charging customers more than the cost of actual credit and debit card surcharges
In July 2018, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) instituted proceedings against CLA Trading Pty Ltd trading as Europcar…