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How to subpoena documents successfully for use in foreign proceedings
Need to obtain documents from Australia to use as evidence in foreign proceedings? Be aware of the Hague Evidence Convention.
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COVID-19 rapid antigen tests: complying with advertising and supply requirements
With rising COVID-19 infections, TGA issued new guidance on the public advertising and supply of rapid antigen tests.Piper Alderman - Article
Submissions advanced and reasons given, together again! A-Civil Aust Pty Ltd v Ceerose Pty Ltd [2024] NSWCA 7
Claim for retention money from termination of building contract.Piper Alderman - Article
Reform At Last: The Aged Care Act 2024 And What To Expect On 1 July 2025
Aged Care Act 2024 introduces reforms aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability and rights-based care within the sector.Piper Alderman - Article
Frustration of contract due to COVID-19: Special leave to the High Court granted
Frustration of contract occurs when, without fault of either party, a contractual obligation can no longer be performed.Piper Alderman - Article
IT'S HERE: Unfair Contract Terms – New reforms in effect from 9 November 2023
Businesses that use standard form contracts should review their contracts to avoid exposure to penalties and liabilities.Piper Alderman - Article
The Wrap: 2025 for ASX Boards & C-Suite
A snapshot of the year's key legal and regulatory shifts – and priorities for 2026.Piper Alderman - Article
Unfair contract terms and independent contractors – Are your templates at risk under new reforms?
Businesses engaging with contractors or small businesses should review their independent contractor agreements.Piper Alderman - Article
Policing the digital economy: Australia proposes sweeping scam prevention obligations
Australia is stepping up its fight against scams announcing a consultation on legislation to introduce a "Scams Prevention Framework".Piper Alderman - Article
A FIFO tale: Tell him he is dreaming: Employer liable for sleepwalker who urinates on co-worker
Employers and contractors may find themselves legally responsible for the actions of employees working 'away from home'.Piper Alderman - Article
Caffeine collusion: fraudulent use of the company account to fund a caffeine habit can be a valid reason for dismissal
Dismissal may be valid when an employee engages in fraudulent conduct, no matter how small the amount that is misappropriated,Piper Alderman - Article
Employment Relations Podcast #28: The Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill: What could it mean for your organisation?
Link to podcast discussing some key proposals arising from the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022.Piper Alderman - Article
Lessons for Employers– How failure to consult on workplace policy led to reinstatement of intoxicated worker
Importance of consulting with your workforce around policy changes and choosing appropriate methods of communication.Piper Alderman - Article
The Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill is here: What are the proposed changes to Australia's industrial relations landscape?
A summary of the proposed changes to the Fair Work Act and how they will impact workplaces around Australia.Piper Alderman - Article
Time for a health check: Contracting life skills for life sciences
Businesses should conduct a quick check to make sure that an individual is properly being engaged as a contractor.Piper Alderman - Article
Australia kicks off 2nd consultation on AML/CTF reforms
The proposed reforms mark a significant expansion of the scope of the existing AML/CTF regime.Piper Alderman - Article
Protecting side boundary views of high value: Furlong v Northern Beaches Council [2022] NSWLEC 1208 refines the View Loss Planning Principle
Recent decision gives stronger protection to neighbouring properties who might suffer from view loss.Piper Alderman - Article
Detail of unfair trading practices prohibitions released
Treasury has now released an exposure draft of amendments to the Australian Consumer Law to address certain unfair trading practices.Piper Alderman - Article
Upcoming Changes To South Australian Labour Hire Licensing Laws
The Act brings about significant changes to South Australia's LHLR, particularly with respect to the scope of businesses who are now required to hold a labour hire licence.Piper Alderman - Article
NOW the final algorithm: High Court refuses special leave in Aristocrat
High Court finds that computer implemented inventions can be patentable subject matter.Piper Alderman