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Sachin hits Spartan for six
The dispute between Sachin Tendulkar and Australian bat-maker Spartan Sports over a breach of a sponsorship agreement has ended with Spartan paying a hefty settlement sum, cancelling valuable trade marks and delivering a public apology. This case shows the risks of public disputes with high-profile celebrities. ...
Report: National Electricity & Gas Rules Update: May 2020
In our latest update, we examine the progress of new and existing rule change requests to the AEMC across the month of May, as well as take a closer look at WA's proposed Access Code changes and how they seek to transform the State's power system. ...
Major proposed changes to FIRB regime
On 5 June 2020 the Federal Treasurer announced major proposed changes to Australia's FIRB regime to address national security risks and ensure greater compliance with FIRB approval conditions. ...
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. ...
Elevation of Vietnam's Public Private Partnership Regime: 14 key changes for foreign investors
We set out 14 key changes to Vietnam's PPP regime under the new Law on Public-Private Partnership that are likely to be of interest to foreign investors. ...
NSW reforms to fix building defects – potential for indeterminate liability?
The NSW Government has enacted new legislation imposing new obligations on design practitioners, engineers and builders and sees a fundamental shift in the relationship between these practitioners and owners as part of its reforms to the building industry. For all owners, builders and designers, we examine these changes and outline steps you can take now. ...
What courts and regulators expect from corporate compliance
The recent decision of ACCC v Bupa Aged Care contains valuable lessons on the importance of compliance programs. They include how quickly improving or implementing such programs can lead to lower penalties; the extent to which regulators and courts favourably view effective compliance programs when assessing penalties, and what features they consider to be essential. ...