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
ArticleHCCC public warning: Unsafe and illegal practices at beauty clinics in NSWThe warning was issued because of an increase in complaints regarding cosmetic procedures undertaken in cosmetic clinics.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleParents avoid paying school fees due to deficient enrolment contractA careful review of enrolment documentation is strongly recommended to guard against the emerging legal risks in this area.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleYou don't have to be a corporate giant to do social good - a corporate responsibility procurement strategyBusinesses with CR procurement strategies enhance their ability to do social good but also may increase competitiveness.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleHighest fine ever for a single offence under OHS laws handed down by a Victorian CourtVictorian employers must enforce their risk management systems or face significant fines for breaching the OH&S Act.AustraliaEmployment and HRColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleHow to prevent misconduct at the workplace Christmas partyEmployers should consider the risks and take steps now to avoid being held vicariously liable for unlawful behaviour.AustraliaEmployment and HRColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleThe power of implied terms in contracts of employmentUnder common law, terms can be "implied" into an employment contract as a matter of law, fact or industry custom/practice. AustraliaEmployment and HRColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleWorkplace manslaughter fines to increase in VictoriaEmployers, self-employed persons and officers must be aware of new laws making workplace manslaughter a criminal offence.AustraliaEmployment and HRColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleNSW EPA announced civil construction market program grants in an effort to reduce wasteNSW EPA has introduced a major recycling incentive for the construction industry in their efforts to reduce waste.AustraliaEnvironmentColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleIslamic financing to be bolstered significantly in Australia by proposed tax changesFinanciers and borrowers should prepare for Islamic financing and sovereign wealth opportunities created by the Budget.AustraliaFinance and BankingColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleProduct intervention power - regulatory action may be sooner than expectedASIC is setting its sights on risky investments such as binary options, margin FX and contracts for difference (CFDs).AustraliaFinance and BankingColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleLocal councils, recreational facilities and obvious risk in QueenslandLocal councils should perform regular risk assessments and observe ongoing public use of their recreational facilities.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleFederal Court and orders for preservation of evidence and early discovery following a shipping casualtyRecent case contains summary of Rules of Court permitting orders about preservation & inspection of property & early discovery.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleRain causes pain for retail tenantTenants should consider the landlord's maintenance obligations when negotiating the contractual terms of the lease.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleSydney waterfront property owners with valid existing use rights can now take out 20 year leases over maritime structuresLeases cover maritime structures like jetties, slipways, boat houses, mooring piles, mooring pens, davits and pontoons.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleWilful breaches lead to the loss of an option for a wineryFormal lease documents must be drafted correctly and parties to the lease must understand their contractual obligations.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleSuperannuation fund governanceWill changes recommended in the report by the Productivity Commission into the superannuation industry now be implemented?AustraliaStrategyColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleWhat is an active asset for the small business CGT concessions?Full FC finds that the definition of Active Asset for the small business CGT concessions should be given a broad meaning AustraliaTaxColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleNational Heavy Vehicle Register introduces Master Industry Code of PracticeHow will your business control, eliminate or minimise its transport risks in light of these recent HVNL amendments?AustraliaTransportColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleUnsafe Port - Further clarification in Ocean Victory case by Supreme Court of the UK, 10 May 2017The first instance finding that the port was unsafe was overturned on appeal and confirmed by the UK Supreme Court.AustraliaTransportColin Biggers & Paisley