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Dispute Resolution Boards: appointing DRB members and encouraging the diverse next generation of board members
In this Insight, we discuss the contractual structure governing the appointment of DRB members, how members are usually appointed, and possible modifications to the appointment process to reduce barriers for new entrants and increase the diversity of candidate pools and, consequently, DRBs. ...
ASIC enforces whistleblower laws, pursues individual directors and calls out good practice
Again demonstrating that it has more than one tool in the regulatory work shed, in the space of a few days ASIC has commenced civil penalty proceedings against a company and its directors for alleged breaches of the whistleblower provisions, and released a report that identifies good whistleblower p ...
Federal Court confirms the objective test in assessing apprehended bias by the former Prime Minister
With the consent of the parties, the Federal Court has quashed the decision of the then Prime Minister Scott Morrison to refuse to extend Asset Energy's petroleum exploration permit, as his decision could be apprehended to have been predetermination following his overt public stance against the proj ...
Five questions on the minds of future-focused in-house counsel
In this Insight, we explore what’s front of mind for innovative legal professionals and share some practical examples of what leading legal functions are doing to improve legal service delivery in their organisations. ...
Navigating the big issues of 2023
During the recent webinar: 'Navigating the key issues of 2023', the team identified and discussed key issues facing both the Australian economy and policymakers in 2023. ...
Class action risk 2023
In this year's report we explore the key themes of class action risk from 2022, explain how and why it's evolved and what this evolution can mean for you throughout 2023. ...
Three ways to avoid construction project disputes
Three ways to avoid construction project disputes ...
Key trends in UK and Australian financial services regulation: in conversation with Linklaters
Webinar: Key trends in UK and Australian financial services regulation: in conversation with Linklaters ...
InIP: What's happening in intellectual property - February 2023
Your regular wrap-up of some of the world's leading and intriguing IP stories. ...
Updated draft regulation on cross-border lending into Vietnam—a more lenient approach
The State Bank of Vietnam ( SBV ) has been working on regulations to replace the current circular No. 12/2014/TT-NHNN on conditions for non-government guaranteed cross-border foreign loans (the ...