Read ourPublications Page 1 of 5 Subscribe Publication type Energy & Resources - Mar 2020 COVID-19: Managing the impact on mining and petroleum operations More Summary Mining and petroleum operations must continue to be maintained effectively to preserve the safety of people and the environment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Publication type Insurance - Mar 2020 High Court provides guidance on the definition of 'company officer' More Summary The High Court adopts a broad interpretation of what constitutes an 'officer' under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). Publication type Insurance - Mar 2020 Section 54 doesn’t save Uber driver from declinature More Summary Australian Financial Complaints Authority affirmed insurer’s decision to decline cover as insured failed to disclose a vehicle was used for ridesharing. Publication type Construction & Engineering - Mar 2020 You get what you give - Protecting security under contracts More Summary Contractors need to be mindful when amending contracts should they inadvertently allow recourse to security. Publication type Workplace Advisory - Mar 2020 The Employment Law Implications of COVID-19 More Summary The World Health Organisation has declared COVID-19 (the Novel Coronavirus) a pandemic. So what does that mean for employment rights and obligations? Publication type Insurance - Mar 2020 Snap back to reality: Defamation proceedings dismissed on appeal More Summary A recent decision by the New South Wales Court of Appeal examines the defence of common law qualified privilege in a case which resulted in a rare ‘win’ for a defendant. Publication type Insurance - Mar 2020 Mistaken agreement – enforceability and a solicitor’s error More Summary In the recent case of Hoch v Hoch [2020] QSC 9, the Supreme Court of Queensland provides relief where a solicitor’s error results in a settlement adverse to his client’s interests. Publication type Energy & Resources - Mar 2020 MEROLA Bill 2020: Important safety, rehabilitation and regulatory changes in the resources sector More Summary The Mineral and Energy Resources and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2020 was recently introduced to Parliament and, if passed, will see important safety, rehabilitation and regulatory changes in the Queensland resources sector. Publication type Insurance - Feb 2020 Court of Appeal limits damages flowing from negligent conveyancing More Summary The recent case of McLennan v Meyer Vandenberg [2019] ACTCA 35 provides reassurance for insurers defending claims seeking excessive damages. Publication type Cyber Risk - Feb 2020 The latest on mandatory data breach reporting – incidents continue to rise More Summary The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner’s latest report is a timely reminder on the importance of being proactive about your cyber security. Publication type Energy & Resources - Jan 2020 Federal Government releases review of the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism More Summary Partner James Plumb and solicitor Gemma Sweeney discuss what you need to know about the ADGSM review findings, recommendations and what’s coming next. Publication type Insurance - Dec 2019 Dual Insurance and the Battle of the 'Other Insurance' Clauses More Summary Instances of dual insurance occur frequently in practice with ‘other insurance’ clauses continuing to be a topic of much deliberation. Publication type Insurance - Dec 2019 What takes priority – the schedule or the policy wording? More Summary Inconsistencies can arise between pre-printed policy terms and specifically tailored policy schedules, leading to policy interpretation issues. Publication type Insurance - Dec 2019 Doing Business in Australia Guide 6th edition More Summary Address' a selection of important and unique aspects of doing business in Australia, which have broad application across a wide range of industries. Publication type Workplace Advisory - Dec 2019 Workplace Advisory Gazette 6th edition More Summary This Gazette examines decisions relating to employee v contractor, sexual harassment, deeds / common law fraud, breach of fiduciary duties and anti-bullying. Publication type Insurance - Nov 2019 Professional and Management Liability Gazette 6th edition More Summary The 6th edition provides a practical overview of topical cases relevant to professionals, insurers, brokers and corporate clients operating within the financial lines sphere. Publication type Insurance - Education - Hospitality, Retail and Tourism - Health and Aged Care - Nov 2019 Injury Liability Gazette 11th edition More Summary The 11th edition provides a practical and helpful summary on recent liability and personal injury decisions relevant to insurance professionals. Publication type Insurance - Health and Aged Care - Nov 2019 A Guide to Directors' and Officers' Liability and Insurance 2nd edition More Summary Our Guide to Directors' and Officers' Liability and Insurance discusses the liability exposure faced by company directors and officers in Australia, and the extent to which that liability can be indemnified. Publication type Insurance - Nov 2019 Reality Bites – Court deems House Rules contestant a network employee More Summary Courts are now looking outside strict contractual terms and considering other factors in determining whether an employment relationship exists within non-traditional work settings. Publication type Construction & Engineering - Workplace Advisory - Work Health & Safety - Nov 2019 CFMMEU contravenes the Fair Work Act More Summary Right of entry lands Union in hot water « Previous1 2 3 4 5Next » View our archived publications
