Fair Work Act will soon provide a ‘right to disconnect’
The right to disconnect has received media attention as the trend of work extending into personal life is seen as an increasingly important issue.
By Paul Moorhouse - 2 min read
Proposed tenancy reforms improve rights for DV victims
The proposed reforms to the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 will make it easier for domestic violence victims to end their tenancies immediately without liability. By KELLIE…
By Kellie McDonald - 2 min read
Navigating the blockchain and the law
Lawyers must be aware of regulatory debates surrounding blockchain or distributed ledger technology, and be in a position to advise clients about unique challenges created…
By David Rountree - 2 min read
Family law: September 2016
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By ROBERT GLADE-WRIGHT.
By Robert Glade-Wright - 2 min read
Criminal law: September 2016
Reporting and analysis of the most recent notable decisions of the NSWSC and NSWCCA. By THOMAS SPOHR.
By Thomas Spohr - 2 min read
Big end of town prevails in Paciocco bank fees challenge
In the judgment of Paciocco v Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited [2016] HCA 28, the High Court held that bank fees are indeed…
By John Eldridge - 1 min read
The latest from the Federal Court: September 2016
Reporting and analysis of the most notable decisions in the Federal Court. By DAN STAR QC.
By Dan Star QC - 3 min read
The latest from the High Court: September 2016
Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. By ANDREW YUILE.
By Andrew Yuile - 2 min read
Key principles of privilege and waiver of privilege
The underlying facts play a large part in any privilege considerations – but practitioners need to clearly appreciate the legal principles. By GREG COUSTON and…
By Greg Couston and Lucy Williams - 2 min read
At your own peril: off-the-clock social media posting
Recent decisions relating to ‘off the clock’ use of social media serve as a warning to employees about possible repercussions in the workplace. By ALEXANDRA…
By Alexandra McCosker - 2 min read
Updated constitutions for incorporated associations
The financial year of many associations, particularly those with a calendar year (or other non-fiscal, 12-month period), may need attention. By DAVID CASTLE.
By David Castle - 2 min read