In the final article of our three-part series examining ASIC's review of how investment product issuers are meeting their DDOs, we discuss the interim stop orders issued by ASIC and assess if there are trends in the regulatory approach. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

We are delighted to announce the appointment of senior associates Richard Diqer and Tyrone Prisk to the practice's Brisbane employment and safety team. Welcome to the practice, Richard and Tyrone! cbp.com.au/insights/media…

The Supreme Court of Queensland has ordered a permanent stay of proceedings in a historical abuse claim in ADA v State of Queensland [2023] QSC 159. We discuss the key takeaways for Queensland institutions. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

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The High Court has allowed an appeal from a judgment of the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of Queensland, holding that vicarious liability did not extend to the circumstances. We explore the grounds of the appeal and the findings. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

A recent decision in the NSW Court of Appeal demonstrates the Court's approach to the assessment of damages for future economic loss for loss of earning capacity in the case of young children. We explore the implications of this decision further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

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The law around regulated professionals having an OnlyFans account is untested in Australia. The overseas experience indicates that producing and sharing such content may be inconsistent with the professional obligations. We explore this further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

A recent decision shines a light on an insurer's obligation to "clearly inform" insureds of exclusions under a policy so as to benefit from the protections provided under section 35(2) of the Insurance Contract Act 1984 (Cth). We explore this further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

In response to the ongoing housing crisis, federal and state governments have committed to fast-track developments in an attempt to meet ambitious housing supply targets. We explore these proposed reforms further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

The Supreme Court of Queensland considers the State of Queensland's Model Litigant Principles and conduct of a barrister at a compulsory conference in Collins v Metro North Hospital and Health Service & Ors [2023] QSC 194. We explore this further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

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Sydney Metro v Expandamesh Pty Ltd [2023] NSWCA 200 related to the compulsory acquisition of land for underground rail facilities to serve the Sydney Metro City and Southwest Project in preparation for the construction of the new Waterloo railway station. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

The Albanese Labour Government has introduced an amendment bill which has the potential to be one of the most dramatic shakeups of the industrial relations landscape in Australia since the introduction of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

It is important to revisit the WHS duties of farmers and the risks posed in the agriculture sector with the rise in automation and artificial intelligence. We discuss the risks and work health and safety obligations in the agriculture sector further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

We regularly do what it takes to correct titling anomalies, however, sometimes it takes a crash course in Latin. Titling anomalies are common for faith based clients because of the longevity of their landholdings. We explore these anomalies further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

With recent changes to the Duties Act 1997 (NSW), it remains important for both landlords and tenants alike to continue to consider when a leasing transaction may attract duty. We explore the ramifications for landlords and tenants further. cbp.com.au/insights/insig…

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The September 2024 edition of the Digital Governance, Cyber, and Privacy Quarterly Roundup is now available. Explore the latest global regulatory developments in this issue. cbp.com.au/insights/publi…