HRLC condemns state-based law changes to peaceful protests
Proposed laws by two state governments to criminalise peaceful protest tactics would infringe on free expression, the Human Rights Law Centre urged.
BIG LAW • Wed, 09 Oct 2019
Lawyer calls for couples to consider prenups for pets
A Queensland law firm is suggesting couples enter into a prenuptial agreement to decide who gets custody of a beloved dog or cat when the relationship ends.
SME LAW • Wed, 09 Oct 2019
Solicitors ‘rarely ask about charitable bequests’, costing charities billions
Charities could stand to receive at least a billion dollars more each year if lawyers take the time to ask their clients if they would like to include a gift to charity ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 08 Oct 2019
Lawyer X reports failure but does not feel ‘particularly guilty’
The barrister at the centre of the explosive inquiry into the management of informants within Victorian Police said she does not feel “particularly guilty”.
BIG LAW • Tue, 08 Oct 2019
Affinity sells TEG, owner of Ticketek
King & Wood Mallesons has advised Affinity on the sale of TEG.
BIG LAW • Tue, 08 Oct 2019
Hall & Wilcox adds special counsel to Melbourne office
Hall & Wilcox has expanded its national employment practice with the appointment of a special counsel to its Melbourne office.
BIG LAW • Tue, 08 Oct 2019
Sumitomo acquires Nufarm for $1.19bn
Norton Rose Fulbright has advised Sumitomo on the $1.19 billion purchase of Nufarm.
BIG LAW • Tue, 08 Oct 2019
Wage theft ‘demonising’ bosses, government urged to show restraint
A lawyer is urging the government to practice some restraint before punishing bosses for “wage theft” claims, noting it is “demonising” employers and disadvantaging staff
SME LAW • Tue, 08 Oct 2019
Robodebt in violation of international laws
Centrelink’s compliance program – or robodebt – needs urgent reform as it is in major violation of international law and is “manifestly unjust” for users navigating the ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 08 Oct 2019
