Read ourPublications Page 10 of 34 Subscribe Publication type Jul 2016 Running out of time: all parties required to actively progress claims More Summary The decision of Allianz Australia Insurance Limited v Corowa [2016] QCA 170 acts as a timely reminder that defendants, in the course of litigation, should attempt to expedite a matter in the spirit of the UCPR as opposed to letting matters sit idle. Publication type Jul 2016 Buyer hits rock bottom - Court finds rock not part of the land More Summary Andrew Persijn, Senior Associate discusses a recent Supreme Court of Queensland decision which provides useful commentary regarding the proper classification of objects on land that are affixed by no more than their weight. Publication type Jul 2016 A Further Win for Commercial Sales Agent in the Court of Appeal More Summary Michael Gapes, Partner discusses the importance of a sales agents cautious approach when conveying information which is factual and accurate. Publication type Jul 2016 Court of Appeal upholds 50% contributory negligence in an employment context More Summary This newsletter discusses an important decision for defendant litigants and provides a reminder on the correct application of the principles of contributory negligence. Publication type Jul 2016 Vicarious Liability – The transfer of liability to a host employer More Summary This article examines the circumstances in which there may be a sufficient transfer of control from the employer to the host employer for the purposes of the imposition of vicarious liability. Publication type Jun 2016 The Laws on Cause More Summary When facing difficulties establishing factual causation under the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW), parties may turn to the 'exceptional case' provision to satisfy their evidential burden. Publication type Jun 2016 QCAT disciplinary orders More Summary When the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal has determined an application or matter and is required to make orders and possibly also impose sanctions, it is vital to be aware of and look to the sources of the tribunal's powers. Publication type Jun 2016 Securing your securities? More Summary A Supreme Court decision has been back before the court to dispute the entitlement of Samsung C & T Corporation to call on a security provided by Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction Pty Ltd, worth $7.5 million. Publication type Jun 2016 Two years on - Reversing the effect of the decision in Byrne v People Resourcing More Summary The Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation (National Injury Insurance Scheme) Amendment Bill 2016 has been recently introduced into parliament and proposes to amend the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003. Publication type Jun 2016 Investigation of the slip and fall – court examines disclosure obligations under PIPA More Summary This newsletter revisits the PIPA disclosure obligations and acts as a refresher to claims officers and practitioners on the importance of knowing what documents are appropriate for disclosure. Publication type Jun 2016 Court of Appeal in UK favours ‘intrinsic relationship’ test for aggregation clause More Summary The matter of AIG Europe v OC320301 LLP has now been remitted back to the Commercial Court to be reheard with regard to certain guidance provided by the Court of Appeal. Publication type Jun 2016 A Refresher course on the Disclosure of Benefits More Summary Andrew Persijn, Senior Associate discusses the benefits that are required to be disclosed in the Form 6 and Form 8 by both sales agents and property managers. Publication type Jun 2016 Do you know about new requirements for residential tenancy databases? More Summary Michael Gapes, Partner discusses the introduced changes to the residential tenancy database requirements under the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (Qld). Publication type May 2016 ASIC upsets mining industry body More Summary ASIC introduces Information Sheet 214 to ensure mining companies stick to the JORC Code, as supplemented by ASX Listing Rules and ASIC Regulatory Guides, in order to correct misleading statements. Publication type May 2016 Nurofen left with a serious headache and Colgate gets put through the washer: ACCC cleans up in the Federal Court More Summary The ACCC has had two big wins in the Federal Court, with the supplier of Nurofen found to have engaged in misleading and deceptive conduct and, Colgate-Palmolive’s involvement in cartel conduct in the supply of laundry detergents. Publication type May 2016 Scrutinising a fair and reasonable settlement More Summary Class action participants need to be aware of the close scrutiny the courts will apply to proposed settlements. The court will consider the rights and interests of all class members. Publication type May 2016 Insurance List Update – How the insurance list can save insurers and insureds time and money More Summary A recent briefing delivered by Chief Justice Allsop on the Federal Court’s ‘Insurance List for short matters’ has provided further details surrounding the list’s operation and its potential advantages to insurers and insureds. Publication type May 2016 Not all water sports are considered dangerous More Summary This newsletter considers two recent decisions concerning liability for injuries sustained in the course of a recreational activity. Publication type May 2016 Is your company illegally carrying on business in Australia? More Summary A recent Federal Court decision has provided a successful internet business company with a warning to review how their business is operated and its dealings with Australian residents. Publication type May 2016 Think twice before venting online More Summary Michelle Matthew, Associate discusses the importance for employers to implement a well-drafted social media policy which provides a clear set of requirements for employees using social media. « Previous1 2 ... 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ... 33 34Next » View our latest publications
