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Lessons on product branding and trade mark use in the context of halal certification
Insight 17 Dec 2021

In Halal Certification Authority v Flujo Sanguineo Holdings, the court dismissed Halal Certification Authority Pty Ltd's (HCA) claims of trade mark infringement, misleading or deceptive conduct and passing off against the Flujo Group of companies relating to the use of a halal-related trade mark, and ordered that its registration for that mark be cancelled. ...

Managing the risks of brand collaborations – a few top tips
Insight 17 Dec 2021

Brand collaborations can create exciting commercial opportunities for businesses. However, they involve a number of risks. These include, for example, the possibility that a collaborator may suffer unexpected damage to their brand which makes the collaboration no longer commercially viable. Therefor ...

Overcoming roadblocks to blockchain inventions
Insight 17 Dec 2021

In welcome news for technology innovators, a delegate of the Commissioner of Patents recently determined that certain blockchain inventions constituted patentable subject matter. ...

Allens advises CSL on A$16.4 billion Vifor acquisition and A$6.3 billion capital raising
News 17 Dec 2021

Allens has advised longstanding client CSL Limited on its proposed all-cash tender offer for Vifor Pharma Limited, which values Vifor Pharma at US$11.7 billion (A$16.4 billion). ...

Expansion in scope of transactions subject to FIRB approval rules
Insight 15 Dec 2021

In this Insight, we look at the changes and comment on what they mean for transactions. The changes to the SOCI Act also have operational implications for many businesses – which we will separately publish on. ...

National Electricity and Gas rules update: November 2021
Insight 15 Dec 2021

In our latest update, we examine the progress of new and existing rule change requests to the AEMC across the month of December, as well as take a closer look at the AEMC's rule change to protect customers affected by family violence. ...

Allens advises Westpac on MoneyBrilliant acquisition
News 14 Dec 2021

The deal represents a continuation of Westpac’s digital transformation strategy, with the MoneyBrilliant app to ultimately be integrated into Westpac's digital banking app. 'The transaction is ...

Allens advises Pacific Equity Partners on sale of Lifehealthcare
News 14 Dec 2021

'We again congratulate our long-standing client Pacific Equity Partners on another significant exit, this time in relation to the sale of its Lifehealthcare business, having advised PEP on the ...

How government is integrating environmental sustainability into procurements
Insight 14 Dec 2021

This Insight explains how recent developments in Victoria are shaping the way government evaluates tenders and monitors sustainability during project delivery and operation, particularly in infrastructure projects. It also flags other Australian governments' recent initiatives in this important area. ...

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