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Some talks (not me) – IPwars.com
Coming to the end of the year, there are events on reforming patent litigation practices and domain name disputes in review. Patent litigation practice Calling it “A very IPRIA Christmas”, IP Australia and IPRIA are hosting on December 7th at 5:30 p.m an end of year celebration exploring “a wish list of practice reforms for […]
Damages when the software vendor doesn’t deliver – IPwars.com
The NSW Court of Appeal has upheld the decision to award damages for a defective computer system as the cost of replacement and also included a component for an employee’s time spent working on solutions for the problems. Some facts SEMF is an engineering and project management consultancy. In 2013, it engaged Renown to supply […]
It must be Christmas – there’s a copyright issues paper – IPwars.com
The Attorney-General has released a Copyright Enforcement Review: Issues Paper. The Issues Paper begins with a welcome recognition that copyright plays an important role in “Australia’s creative ecosystem and broader economy”: Copyright infringement may harm Australia’s creative ecosystem and broader economy by reducing or diverting income that creators of, and investors in, rely on original […]
Thirsty beer drinkers want … – IPwars.com
Stewart J has dismissed Brick Lane’s ACL[1] and passing off complaints against the get-up of Torquay Beverage Co’s Better Beers. Some facts On July 21, 2021Brick Lane issued a press release announcing the launch of its new Sidewinders Hazy Pale ale, a no to low alcohol beer. The range had been in development, behind the […]
GIs, free trade, Australia and the EU – IPwars.com
With the closing stages of the negotiations between Australia and the EU over the proposed free trade agreement almost upon us, the EU has proposed a list of 55 further wine geographical indications it wants to protect.[1] Amongst others, the list includes “prosecco” and “vittoria”. The Department of Agriculture is holding a Public Objections Process […]
Zarya of the Dawn – copyright and an AI – IPwars.com
Those of you who heard Shira Perlmutter, the US Register of Copyright, on her Australian tour last year will recall the US Copyright Office had withdrawn and was considering the copyright registration for Zarya of the Dawn.[1] On 21 February 2023, the US Copyright Office announced the outcome of that review. While the Copyright Office […]
Does No Win No Fee Mean No Payment Is Required?
Table of Contents ‘No win no fee’ explained: What does it actually mean? You might have heard about ‘no win, no fee’ agreements that certain law firms offer existing and prospective clients. This type of arrangement is also known as a conditional agreement and government sources often refer to it as a conditional cost agreement. […]
Australian Prisons: Recent Statistics, Disturbing yet Legal Police Behavior
Unlawful Police Power, Going To Jail NSW And Over-Policing “Over-policing” of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an issue that was highlighted by the Redfern Legal Center head of police accountability and government law, Samantha Lee. Ms Lee cited tougher bail laws, more police powers and the Suspect Targeting Management Plan (STMP), that’s unique […]
Social media law: What effect will new legislation have on social media platforms?
Often the rights of the individual are in direct opposition to the rights of the public. This issue was recently explored in the blog about Australian Prison surveillance. The further we delve into the question of what’s right, the more confusing this becomes, as what might be right legally may not be right from a […]
What To Know & Do Upon Separation
Some of the problems that commonly arise relating to finances upon separation include: Hiding of assets Bank accounts being drained Selling off property Bills not being paid (eg mortgages, loans, credit cards) Lack of access to financial resources; or Lack of knowledge about current financial position When it comes time to finalize how you are […]