Risks of confusion between brands in Australia have to be accepted by companies who use descriptive words as their brand.

The Parramatta Registry Manager has provided practitioners with a number of court updates in relation to the Registry.

Court considers a defamation case based on an emoji. Key lessons conveyed.

You must establish that a significant legal or factual error was made, before bringing the matter back before the court.

Internet Service Providers and telecommunications companies must now keep your metadata for a minimum period of 2 years.

Lax security measures online leave your brand open to reputational damage – or far worse, if you're particularly unlucky.

If you haven't heard of Bitcoin, it's time to buckle in and read this blog.

A twist in the US presidential battle between Jeb Bush and Donald Trump is an invaluable lesson for all brand owners.

A clear and well-circulated social media policy should minimise the risk of any unauthorised disclosure of new products.

For those seeking to "get out" of transactions, COVID-19 restrictions may provide the avenue they need.

Corporation interests should be protected by contract, so they aren't vulnerable to a builder's lack of reasonable care.

Corporate shield doesn't provide builders or directors with a complete indemnity, for misleading and deceptive conduct.

Liquidated damages clauses often fix the amount that must be paid to the client for loss caused by delays.

Formed by residents, these committees are the channel through which the residents can speak to the village operators.

If the requirements of a valid contract are satisfied, then parties may be bound - even if there are no formal documents.

It is important to respond correctly to a Payment Claim regardless of whether it is considered to be valid.

Landlords everywhere are reminded of the importance of reviewing electronic lease agreements carefully before signing.

A new category of written contracts for ‘small jobs’ will assist small businesses undertaking residential building work.

If you're drafting a lease, you must be clear and unambiguous about the terms – and what needs to happen to fixtures.

After 1 July 2025, taxpayers will no longer be able to claim a deduction for GIC and SIC