ArticleHigh Court reinforces approach to construction of commercial contractsThe High Court recently considered the construction of commercial agreements and restated the relevant legal principles.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawKemp Strang Lawyers
Article"Just doing our job": reasonable management action not bullyingThe first substantive ruling by the Fair Work Commission on the new anti-bullying jurisdiction.AustraliaEmployment and HRKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleAnytime, Anywhere - Banking for all Australians: Open 24/7This Review aims to develop a roadmap and implementation framework foe achieving an Open Banking framework in Australia.AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleRevised ASX Guidance Note 27 - Company Trading PoliciesOn 30 January 2015, ASX released its revised Guidance Note 2.AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleTogether we stand, divided we vote: RG 128 - Collective action by investorsASIC has updated its guidance on collective action by investors (Regulatory Guide 128 - Collective action by investors. AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleUpdated ASX Guidance Note 8 – Continuous DisclosureThe update provides guidance on compliance with the continuous disclosure obligations in ASX Listing Rules 3.1 – 3.1B.AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleDoes an Agistment give rise to a Security Interest?An agistment is when you let someone graze their stock on your land for reward.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleNSW Court of Appeal clarifies the meaning of fixtures under the PPSA – Financiers take noteThe decision is unsurprising but provides judicial confirmation of what was a commonly held understanding of fixtures.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleIPO Due Diligence report for investorsThe report sets out the key findings from reviews that ASIC conducted on the due diligence practices for twelve IPOs.AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleRecent adverse action decisions prove favourable for employersTwo recent adverse action cases produced narrower readings of the "General Protections" provisions of the Fair Work Act.AustraliaEmployment and HRKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleMortgagee’s right to require security for contingent liabilities before discharge confirmed by Supreme CourtThe case confirms the principle that a mortgagee may not discharge a mortgage, even if the mortgagor obtained refinance.AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleRamp up preparation on codes and WHS incidentsUnderstanding codes of practice and how to deal with WHS incidents is gaining importance as harmonisation continues.AustraliaEmployment and HRKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleUnfair dismissal claim by 457 visa holders fails on jurisdictional groundsEmployment and immigration law cross paths.AustraliaEmployment and HRKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleBeware the Scope of ASX Listing Rule 7.1AIt applies to entities which have a market capitalisation equal to or less than $300 million.AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleWhen can someone rely on a forged director’s signature?Directors should be aware that their company could incur liabilities and obligations without their knowledge or consent.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleCost awards under the Fair Work ActProceedings under the Fair Work Act 2009 have generally been "no cost", meaning that parties must bear their own costs.AustraliaEmployment and HRKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleCourt of Appeal considers signatories to loan agreement personally liableThis case shows the importance of clearly identifying parties to a contract and the capacity in which each party signs. AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleCertainty of drafting letters of credit - Lessons for suretyThe decision highlights the willingness of courts to ensure strict compliance with the wording of financial instruments.AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleThe meaning of "regularly engaged in the business of leasing goods" and "fixture" under the Personal Property Securities Act 2009The Forge Group Power case is a striking example of the dangers of ignoring the registration requirements of the PPSA. AustraliaFinance and BankingKemp Strang Lawyers
ArticleSecurity of payment for construction contracts - what you need to know about legislative changesFor NSW construction contracts valued at or over $20million, retention money must be held in an approved trust account.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionKemp Strang Lawyers