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ASIC’s CORPORATE PLAN 2020-2024 – how does this impact retailers?

On 31 August 2020, ASIC released its Corporate Plan for 2020-2024, outlining its strategies and priorities for the next four year period. The plan takes into consideration the long term impact of COVI...

Did you know there is legislation governing the use of the term “ANZAC”?

In the lead up to Anzac day its important to note that if you are contemplating running a promotion or event incorporating the word "ANZAC" that you comply with the legal requirements for use of this...

ACCC’s focus for 2020 – are you it?

On 25 February 2020, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission released its Compliance and Enforcement Policy for 2020. There are a number of key priority areas that the ACCC has id...

What do the proposed changes to the Retail Leases Act (Vic) mean for landlords and tenants?

On the 30 October 2019, the Retail Leases Amendment Bill 2019 (The Bill) was introduced to the Victorian Parliament. If passed, the Bill outlines several proposed amendments to the current Retail Leas...

$500,000 fine for failure to comply with mandatory standards

Netherlands, a front runner in child labour prevention

Recently the Dutch senate established itself as a progressive frontrunner in combating child labour practices in global supply chains by voting to adopt the Child Labour Due Diligence Bill. The...

Are you protecting your customers data? Why data privacy is so critical to the customer experience.

If you think about the number of ‘junk’ emails you receive from the countless companies you have ‘subscribed’ to over the years, how many emails would that be? In being subscribed to these newsletters...

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Why businesses are investing in legal operations

As the retail space becomes increasingly complex, more and more retailers are turning to legal operations to safeguard their business from costly mishaps. How can Legal Operations help? Legal...

Are your ads misleading? Samsung in court over water- resistant phone ads

On the 4 July 2019, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has lodged proceedings against Samsung with the Federal Court of Australia, alleging that Samsung Galaxy phone advertiseme...

Are your contracts enforceable?

In Australia, unfair contract terms are made void and unenforceable under Australian Consumer Law. These laws apply to contracts with individual consumers, as well as small business contracts. What...

Do you want more website sales?

When considering accessibility, most people would consider wheelchair ramps and accessible toilets and tactile and audible elevator signals for those with vision impairment. But have you considered th...

How to word your warranties

Do you provide a warranty against defects for your goods and services? Mandatory wording may apply under Australian Consumer Law. What is a warranty against defects? Suppliers and manufacturer...

$1.95 million penalty for misrepresenting consumer guarantees

The purpose of the Australian Consumer Law is to protect consumer interests by keeping businesses accountable. This extends to a broad range of protections including but not limited to unfair contract...

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ASIC’s CORPORATE PLAN 2020-2024 – how does this impact retailers?

Did you know there is legislation governing the use of the term “ANZAC”?

ACCC’s focus for 2020 – are you it?

What do the proposed changes to the Retail Leases Act (Vic) mean for landlords and tenants?

Netherlands, a front runner in child labour prevention

Are you protecting your customers data? Why data privacy is so critical to the customer experience.

Why businesses are investing in legal operations

Are your ads misleading? Samsung in court over water- resistant phone ads

Are your contracts enforceable?

Do you want more website sales?

How to word your warranties

$1.95 million penalty for misrepresenting consumer guarantees

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