A recent statement by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) chairman Graeme Samuel suggests that the ACCC may take a tougher stance on undertakings given during the informal merger approval process, or consider bringing to an end its practice of accepting such undertakings altogether.

In a recent decision in the Perth Magistrates Court, D&G Hoists and Cranes Pty Ltd and two of its directors were found guilty of a breach of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 (WA) (OSH Act), which resulted in the death of an employee in late 2007.

The New Year promises interesting times for the Reserve Bank and those under its prudential supervision. Banks, non bank deposit takers (NBDTs) and collective investment schemes will continue to weigh up the option of participating in the Crown Deposit Guarantee, and we can expect to see some regulations for the supervision of NBDTs under the Reserve Bank of New Zealand Amendment Act 2008 (NBDT Act).

Health Alert is a summary of the critical judgments, legislation, press releases and news items which have come to our attention each week.

Health Alert is a summary of the critical judgments, legislation, press releases and news items which have come to our attention each week.

Health Alert is a summary of the critical judgments, legislation, press releases and news items which have come to our attention each week

Health Alert is a summary of the critical judgments,legislation, press releases and news items which have come to our attention each week

Health Alert is a summary of the critical judgments, legislation, press releases and news items which have come to our attention each week.

The Government is considering revamping personal grievance laws. Changes will aim to eliminate frivolous claims and control advocates who take on cases on a no win/no fee basis.

The High Court has rejected the constitutional challenge mounted by several key players in the tobacco industry.

Employee use of social media, inside and outside the workplace, can expose employers to serious legal liabilities.

A new bill will create a Freedom of Information Commissioner to oversee agency decision making and handle complaints.

This newsletter provides a cross-section of cutting edge issues in the fields of IP, technology and media.

A recent case considered the true territorial scope of EU trade marks.

As shoppers around the globe hit the New Year sales, this issue is brought to you by our Hong Kong editorial team.

Ofcom has opened an investigation to consider whether BSkyB is in breach of UK or EU competition law.

After a five month Inquiry, the Joint Select Committee on Gambling Reform has reported early.

Discussion of a recent Spanish case concerning TV sport broadcasting rights.

Directors should note this decision, especially for the high threshold of their duties relating to market disclosure.

The alert is a summary of critical judgments, legislation, press releases and news items relevant to the health industry.