ArticlePfizer suffers setback in ENBREL battle of patent infringement claimENBREL is Pfizer's autoimmune disorder therapy, used to treat various chronic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis.AustraliaIntellectual PropertySpruson & Ferguson Lawyers
ArticleThe Federal Court brings generic manufacturers a step closer to a large damages payment in relation to EscitalopramGiven that damages will be due for Escitalopram patent infringement, it is likely that this decision will be appealed.AustraliaIntellectual PropertySpruson & Ferguson Lawyers
ArticleFood safety - Australia – States and territories agree to country of origin food labelling reformsFood offered for retail sale will be required to be labelled more clearly to inform consumers of the product's origins.AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentNorton Rose Fulbright Australia
ArticleTherapeutic goods ads gone bad: Rules for industryThe TGA is actively supervising the inappropriate advertisement of therapeutic goods in relation to the coronavirus.AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentMcCullough Robertson
ArticleDrug testing in Family Law matters: How does it work?When it comes to Parenting Orders, the Family Court's primary concern is to ensure the best interests of the child.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
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ArticleWhat to make of the food health star ratings?The star ratings system is a joint initiative between governments in Australia and New Zealand and a host of peak bodies.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesHolding Redlich
ArticleMcDonald’s Serves Spam: makes no Friends with Happy Meal campaignMcDonald's has been formally warned by ACMA for breaching the Spam Act with its 'send to friends' Happy Meal campaign.AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentMarque Lawyers
ArticleTurning over the leaf: TGA to review CBD schedulingFor therapeutic use, cannabis products may be available over-the-counter in Australian pharmacies without a prescription.AustraliaCannabis & HempColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleAcquisition of part-interests in pharmaciesAn emerging trend in recent years has been the sale and acquisition of part-interests or minority interests in pharmacies.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawPointon Partners
ArticleA reminder about truth in food labelling, origin labelling and credence claimsThe ACCC takes an active interest in food labelling, particularly those labels which make claims about a food's origin. AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesHolding Redlich
ArticleAHPRA guidelines on medicinal cannabis Practitioners are instructed to take additional caution and care when prescribing medicinal cannabis given its addictive properties and potential for misuse.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesBarry Nilsson
ArticleFood safety: Regulator considers permitting the sale of food derived from low THC hemp seedsLegalising hemp-based foods would bring Australia in line with other countries that allow the sale of hemp food products.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesNorton Rose Fulbright Australia
ArticleOngoing drug supply charges can remain in the Local CourtA new bill has ensured that ongoing drug supply cases can remain in the Local Court, unless elected to a higher court.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesSydney Criminal Lawyers
ArticleRecent Medicinal Cannabis Developments In AustraliaThere have recently been a series of developments advancing the Australian medicinal cannabis industry. AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesDentons
ArticleChange ahead for Australia's medicines and medical device regulatory framework: how might Australia's patent landscape be affected?The Government proposes to implement the Sansom Review recommendations in a staged manner over the next three years.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyDibbsBarker
ArticleHong Kong Drug Registration, Patent Linkage, Patent Term Extension, And Bolar Provisions – A Taste Of "One Country, Two Systems"As a Special Administration Region (SAR) of China, Hong Kong still retains much of the basic common law and legal system that was established under the United Kingdom. AustraliaIntellectual PropertyDavies Collison Cave
ArticleFood and agribusiness survey: FinanceThis section considered the impact and availability of finance and foreign investment in the agribusiness market.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionNorton Rose Fulbright Australia
ArticleFood and agribusiness survey: Investment and strategyCompared with the earlier survey, more respondents expect to increase investments in agribusiness in the next 12 months.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionNorton Rose Fulbright Australia
ArticleFood and agribusiness survey: Regional focus: Australia and CanadaAustralian respondents expect regulatory reforms concerning foreign investment in agricultural assets in the near future.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionNorton Rose Fulbright Australia