ArticleBan on foreign purchases of established dwellingsTemporary ban on foreign purchases of established dwellings in Australia for a period of at least two years from 1/4/25.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionHolman Webb
ArticleThe importance of staff training and cyber security vigilanceIt is crucial for organisations to provide effective employee training in order for staff to be able to identify scams.AustraliaTechnologyHolman Webb
ArticleConsumer law tips for retailers – staying on the nice list this ChristmasThe consumer law issues of advertising, consumer guarantees and product safety are important for shoppers and retailers.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionHolman Webb
ArticleScammers, hackers and dodgy money transfers – are you protected?Simple steps that you should take as a line of defence whenever funds are being transferred.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionHolman Webb
ArticleClause was declared a penalty - Case Note: Bellas v Powers [2023] NSWSCClause that imposed a higher interest rate on a loan facility in the Event of Default was a penalty & therefore void & unenforceable. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolman Webb
ArticleShould I purchase a company title property?Company title is a term used to describe a conventional property title that is held by a company.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolman Webb
ArticleWhat is a Health Promotion Charity (HPC)?The Exposure Draft Statement provides guidance on the meaning and scope of the sub-type 'health promotion charity' (HPC).AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolman Webb
ArticleNSW introduces Bill to implement recommendations following 2018 Review of Model Work Health and Safety Laws by Safe Work AustraliaThe Bill aims to give effect to some of the recommendations in the Review of the Model Work Health & Safety lawsAustraliaEmployment and HRHolman Webb
ArticleEnsuring Will validity: Lessons from a high-profile caseRecent high-profile court case highlights the importance of correctly executing a Will. Case discussed here.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialHolman Webb
ArticleWarning For Property Buyers: One Crucial Step To Take Prior To Transferring Money To A Third Party!In August 2020, Holman Webb published warnings regarding cyber safety, scammers, hackers and dodgy money transfers - with a particular focus on the crucial need to take extra precautions when transferring money to third parties.AustraliaFinance and BankingHolman Webb
ArticleLate motor accident claims: what constitutes a full and satisfactory explanation?The Supreme Court has clarified a contentious issue in Section 73 of the MACA, which relates to the late making of claims.AustraliaInsuranceHolman Webb
ArticleFederal Court confirms that a patent applicant, owner and inventor must be a natural person: Thaler v Commissioner of Patents [2021] FCA 879This unanimous judgement brings Australia into line with most other jurisdictions around the world.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyHolman Webb
ArticleCase Note: Re A [2022] QSC 159 – Re-visiting Stage Two hormone therapy treatments for Gillick competent minors diagnosed with gender dysphoriaThis case confirms when court authorisation is required for the treatment of a minor who wants hormone therapy treatment.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationHolman Webb
ArticleEvaluating pre-existing conditions and the assessment of damages: McQuitty v Midgley & Anor [2016] QSC 36The probability test may assist defendants reduce an award of damages where the plaintiff has pre-existing injuries.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationHolman Webb
ArticleNSW Court of Appeal considers the limitation period for personal injury actionsA plaintiff has a 3-year limit to commence a personal injury claim from when the cause of action was 'discoverable'.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationHolman Webb
ArticlePersonal Injury Case Note: Venizelou v AAI Ltd [2021] NSWPICMP 215Facts & important takeaways from recent personal injury case.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationHolman Webb
ArticlePrevious credit car hire proceedings – no estoppel?Previous proceedings by a credit hire car provider in the name of an insured do not preclude a later subrogated action.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationHolman Webb
ArticleTechnology Update: Outsourcing involving Shared Computing Services for APRA regulated institutions (including Cloud services)This APRA Information paper outlines notification, consultation and risk management requirements related to outsourcing.AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentHolman Webb
ArticleGDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and what Australian businesses need to knowAustralian businesses should understand that the GDPR will have extra territorial application - apply outside the EU.AustraliaPrivacyHolman Webb
ArticleOffice Of The Australian Information Commissioner: "Clearview AI Breached Australians' Privacy"Back in February 2020, Holman Webb published an article ‘AI and Facial Identification Technology – the Face of the Future?', which referred to an article in the New York Times...AustraliaPrivacyHolman Webb