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Allens announces 15 partners and 12 managing associates
Allens has announced the appointment of 15 new partners and 12 managing associates, effective 1 July 2020. ...
PBS process proving a headache for migraine medications
Challenging a PBAC decision is not straightforward. We take a look at the available options and examine the alleged delays in listing migraine treatments Emgality and Ajovy on the PBS. ...
Targeting net zero: five ways to deliver on carbon reduction targets
As we move towards a carbon constrained future and electricity prices rise, companies are increasingly looking for ways to deliver on their carbon reduction commitments, including by purchasing electricity from renewable sources, managing their exposure to changing electricity prices and supporting ...
Pilbara v Ammon: WA Court of Appeal considers the meaning of 'feasibility study' in the context of a joint venture agreement
The recent decision of Pilbara Iron Ore Pty Ltd v Ammon will be of interest to anyone who deals with farm-in agreements or other resource sector agreements where one party agrees to commission a 'feasibility study'. ...
Workplace manslaughter: Victoria's new workplace crime
Under Victoria's new offence of workplace manslaughter, if a corporation or officer (which can extend to senior managers) is negligent and that results in a fatality, there will be a risk of criminal prosecution. Individuals will risk a lengthy sentence of imprisonment. ...
Allens advises ESR Australia on establishment of two Australian logistics partnerships
'Congratulations to ESR Australia on this exciting milestone,' said Marc Kemp, who led the Allens team. 'We enjoyed working with the energetic and talented team at ESR Australia, and look forward t ...
Unilaterally reducing an employee's hours may create a redundancy pay liability
If you propose to significantly reduce an employee's hours of work, you should carefully take this decision into account. If the same circumstances exist, the employee may be entitled to a redundancy payment, even though the employee remains employed by the same employer. ...
Amended Investment Law – major shift in Vietnam's approach to foreign investment
In this Insight we examine the key changes under Vietnam's amended 'Law on Investment' and their implications for foreign investors. Over the coming weeks, we will provide further insights on the key developments relating to investments, enterprise and PPP laws. ...
New criminal penalties for wage theft in Victoria
Employers, directors and officers may be criminally liable for underpayments of wages and other employee benefits, as well as for failures to keep records of employee entitlements. ...