High Court provides guidance on class action waiver clauses
Recent High Court decision has confirmed that a class action waiver clause in the Ruby Princess class action was an unfair term under the ACL.
Natural persons only: Federal Court clarifies superannuation entitlements
Recent Full Court of the Federal Court decision considered the test for whether a worker is considered an employee under section 12(3) of the superannuation…
Enforcing international arbitration awards in Australia
The High Court has recently considered whether a foreign State is immune in certain proceedings before Australian courts.
Practical tips for dealing with third-party costs orders
When it comes to third party funding in litigation, practitioners should note the broad powers of the court in making third-party costs orders.
A ‘tail’ of woe
When considering whether rural land qualifies for the Primary Production Land tax exemption, practitioners should consider the ‘dominant’ use of the land.
A legal minefield: ‘Difficult’ client instructions
It is good practice to document any advice given to a client. Where a client’s instructions seem unreasonable, there are ways to navigate the situation.
Federal Court: July 2023
Reporting and analysis of the latest key Federal Court judgments. By JOANNE SHEPARD and PARISA HART.
Criminal law: July 2023
Reporting and analysis of the most recent notable decisions of the NSWSC and NSWCCA. By THOMAS SPOHR.
Elder law & succession: July 2023
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
How to a-void another costly mistake when dealing with costs agreements
Recent Court of Appeal decision in Bevan v Bingham provides valuable guidance on key Uniform Law provisions relating to void costs agreements.
Ministerial intervention applications and limits on executive power
Recent High Court decision examined whether there had been an unlawful exercise of the Minister’s personal liberty by departmental officials.