ArticleChanges to dealings with survey plans & the introduction of ELodgement of survey plansTitles Registry introduced new processes for survey plans & related approval & consent forms.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleHorizons Broadened – New Scope Of Powers Of The Secretary Of Health And Aged CareIn recent amendments to the National Health Act 1953 (Cth) (‘the Act’), the Secretary of the Department of Health and Aged Care (‘the Secretary’) now has a wider scope of power to cancel the approval of approved pharmacists.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleDirectors Identification Number – What you need to knowAll Australian company directors must now apply and be issued with a DIN or suffer the penalties. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleTemporary changes to insolvency laws – The way forwardYou have 6 months relief, so use this time you have now to properly assess your business and consider your options.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleProfessional jockey injured by careless rider fails in negligence claim appealThe professional jockey failed in his personal injuries claim against another jockey, found guilty of careless riding.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticlePrivacy amendments – a missed opportunity?Privacy Act has not kept pace with the widespread adoption of digital technologies.AustraliaPrivacyBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleHow AI Works, MattersDiligence to chain of title and corporate hygiene in demonstrating ownership of copyright and standing are given.AustraliaTechnologyBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleDiversify and stay ahead – How can non-bank lenders stay competitive in a rate-driven market?Non-bank lenders presently make up about 5% of Australia's credit market, and this figure is set to grow.AustraliaFinance and BankingBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleQueensland Pharmacy Business Ownership Act – what you need to do it your pharmacy operates under a trust or trustee company structureThe impending Act wil not allow trust structures in pharmacy ownership. Changes, tax risks, duty relief, transitional relief, next steps.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleEffect of withdrawing National Injury Insurance Scheme QueenslandRecent case highlights the difficulties that arise when there is an interaction between legislation & schemes.AustraliaInsuranceBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleThe Executor to this deceased estate is misbehaving – What can I do?Courts are reluctant to remove an executor to an estate and will do so only in very limited or extreme circumstances.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleWhat If A Trustee Or Executor Is Broke, Or Even Bankrupt?When might it be ok if the trustee or executor were broke or bankrupt?AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleWhat to do when the Secretary has refused your application to supply pharmaceutical (PBS) benefitsGet legal advice for preparing an application to the Minister when considering a potential pharmacyAustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleClient success story: Construction adjudication win in QueenslandOur client succeeded in a series of complex legal arguments to resist the contractor's payment claim in its entirety.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleCan I refurbish my OEM product with after-market repairs?HC replaces Doctrine of Implied Licence with Doctrine of Exhaustion of patent rights. Discusses impact of decision.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleResponding To Pharmacy Complaints: Why Properly Considered Legal Advice And Experience MattersTaking a proactive approach can avoid a long and expensive prosecution in a tribunal where the registration of the pharmacist might be suspended or even cancelled.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleBeware the accidental agreementDepending on the wording, if essential terms have been agreed between the parties, a binding agreement may be formed.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleBlended families and mutual willsEstate disputes involving blended families (a family with children and step-children) are unfortunately commonplace.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleWhen Caution Becomes Commitment: Lessons From The Mayne Pharma MAC DecisionThe ruling provides guidance on the threshold for establishing a MAC.AustraliaFinance and BankingBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticlePrivacy in the spotlightThe OAIC is investigating many reported privacy data breaches and is strengthening the enforcement of the Privacy Act.AustraliaPrivacyBennett & Philp Lawyers