With the recent introduction of the Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Act 2021 (Cth), all staff should be made aware of their responsibilities and the procedures in place to report and respond to sexual harassment.
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Complex Cryptocurrencies Sector Features in Two Parliamentary Inquiries in Trans-Tasman Region
New Zealand and Australian Parliaments are holding formal Inquiries into the cryptocurrency sector at select committee level.
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The Corporations Act will Soon Become (More) Technologically Neutral
The Commonwealth Government is taking steps to make the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Corporations Act) more technology neutral, initially, in respect of meetings and execution.
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The “Great Resignation” and its Impact on the Legal Industry
The “Great Resignation” has begun. In recent months the number of people who are leaving the workforce or switching jobs is climbing.
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Tax Evasion is Illegal, but not an Offence. Does AUSTRAC Understand its Own Risks?
Unlike some countries (such as the US), Australia’s legislative references to tax “evasion” do not refer to a criminal offence or even a category of criminal offences.
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2021 AGM Season: 13 Steps to Assist Boards and Advisers
In anticipation of the 2021 annual general meeting (AGM) season, this article sets out some key steps that a company can take to prepare for its AGM.
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GCs Need to Focus on Corruption Risk as Offices Reopen
General Counsel need to greet their organisation’s office reopening with increased vigilance regarding the management of the risk of corruption.
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How do Lawyers Stay Across Defamation Law in Australia?
As many lawyers know firsthand, it’s been a struggle to keep up with the breakneck pace of legal changes over the past year. Here’s how the experts do it.
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Law Commission’s Review of Surrogacy Laws Explained
Te Aka Matua o te Ture / the Law Commission has released an Issues Paper reviewing surrogacy laws in New Zealand and making recommendations for reform.
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A Timely Reminder for Lawyers on Costs Assessments
Increasingly disputes are revolving around the time limits applying to the bringing of costs assessments and who must pay the costs of these assessments.
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