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The biggest challenges of IP protection for small businesses

A small-business owner has given insight into the dangers small businesses face when larger corporations exploit their...

05 November 2026

By Matthew Taylor

Fake cult plot ends in strike-off for complicit lawyer

A lawyer who helped dupe a victim into paying almost $150,000 for a sham cult rescue has been struck from the roll.

26 October 2026

By Naomi Neilson

Contempt charges chalked up to Palmer’s allegedly thieving lawyer

One of two contempt charges brought against Clive Palmer’s nephew was dismissed due to the behaviour of their lawyer,...

14 October 2026

By Naomi Neilson

Practising ban for lawyer who failed to prevent employee’s $3.2m theft

A Gold Coast lawyer’s lack of supervision over an employee who had a low income and a gambling addiction enabled the...

05 May 2026

By Naomi Neilson