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Increasing Insolvency Activity in Australia

Increasing Insolvency Activity in AustraliaIn recent times, Australia has observed a significant uptick in insolvency activities, affecting both companies and individuals. This trend reflects broader economic pressures and highlights concerns regarding financial stability and credit risks in various sectors. Corporate Insolvencies Corporate insolvencies have seen a noticeable rise. The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) […]

‘Secure Parking’, not so secure after all…

Secure-a-Spot parking service found to be misleading. On 8 August 2024, the Federal Court of Australia ordered that Secure Parking Pty Ltd (Secure Parking) be fined $10.95 million for false and misleading descriptions about the ‘Secure-a-Spot’ online parking booking system. This was a matter agitated by the ACCC due to complaints. In the end, Secure […]

The Essential Duties of Solicitors in Australia: Lessons from Commercial Bank of Australia Ltd v Amadio

Guarantor Solicitor’s Certificates document legal advice to a guarantor. The case of Australia Ltd v Amadio outlines caution to Australian Lawyers on this task.

Employment Law Deed of Release

This case demonstrates the importance of a deed of release and the long-term protections they offer.

Setting Aside Statutory Demands

If you receive a statutory demand [usually in the mail from a creditor], it is important that you contact a lawyer for advice quickly as there is a time-limit for denying the validity [called ‘setting aside’] that statutory demand. What is a Statutory Demand? A statutory demand is a letter with accompanying supporting documents that is sent […]

Genericide can be the end of a Trade Mark

Genericide can be the end of a Trade Mark It’s every marketer’s wildest dream. The brand that they are marketing has achieved wide spread recognition and fame and is now so closely associated with the products that virtually no effort is required to market the brand. People talk about the product by referring to the brand and […]