‘We are all tech lawyers now’ – the future of cryptocurrency
There are no specific laws in Australia governing cryptocurrencies, but introducing a regulatory framework may not be enough, given many platforms in the cryptocurrency and…
ASIC files historic court action against greenwashing
Civil penalty proceedings have begun in the Federal Court over alleged misleading statements about the sustainable nature and characteristics of investment options
Federal Court: May 2020
Reporting and analysis of the most notable decisions in the Federal Court. By DAN STAR QC.
Tougher laws and more resources signal a new era in ASIC enforcement
In response to the Royal Commission, tougher laws and more resources signal a new era in ASIC enforcement. By LIAM CAVILL
Why not litigate? ASIC enforcement after the Banking Royal Commission
The Royal Commission recommended whenever ASIC is considering a contravention it must start with the question ‘Why not litigate?’ MICHAEL LEGG and STEPHEN SPEIRS explore…
Changes to Australian Consumer Law: key benefits for vulnerable consumers
The first suite of proposals from the Australian Consumer Law Review will soon be enacted. By LAURA BIANCHI.
Avoiding contempt of court for breach of freezing orders: it’s a matter of trust
Care is needed in drafting freezing orders – and once they are made, effective procedures are needed to ensure that they are not breached. By…
Litigation funding in Australia: a year of review and change?
2018 may be a watershed year for litigation funding, which is under review by Victorian and Commonwealth law reform commissions. By JASON GEISKER and JENNY…
ASIC guidance on cryptocurrency token sales: a ban or sensible regulation?
ASIC has released guidance on Initial Coin Offerings/Token Sales. By MICHAEL BACINA and SINA KASSRA.
The latest developments in Law Society advocacy & law reform: October 2017
The Law Society’s Policy and Practice team brings you a wrap-up of the most important issues of the moment.
The latest from the Federal Court: August 2017
Reporting and analysis of the most notable decisions in the Federal Court. By DAN STAR QC.