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ASIC secures victory against Vanguard Investments for ‘ethically conscious’ greenwashing conduct
Last year, we reported on the Australian Securities and Investments Commissions (ASIC) commencement of proceedings against Vanguard Investments
FMCG Express | March 2024 Edition
In this edition of FMCG Express we consider the regulatory landscape of AI, what to do when you
Busy day in Parliament – Victorian Government responds to stamp duty and apartment design standards
On Thursday 21 March 2024, the Victorian Government released its responses to the inquiries in relation to land
Finder: ASIC to continue to pursue cases to clarify crypto regulation as the Federal Court finds that a crypto-asset is not a debenture
The Federal Court has handed down its second significant decision involving crypto assets this year. The judgment in
Change at pace: What you need to know about recent changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)
Workplace laws are changing following the passage of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 (Cth)
From fine to felony: The looming criminalisation of wage underpayments
The obligation for employers to pay their people correctly is not new. However, the consequences of getting it
Restructuring and downsizing: Tips and traps
For most businesses, a decision to undertake an organisational change can mean a reduction in operational costs, a
Gadens Regulatory Recap – 19 March 2024
This edition of the Gadens Regulatory Recap highlights recent developments from ASIC, APRA, ACCC, AFCA, the OAIC, and
Supreme Court of Victoria – Commercial Court Practice Note (Second Revision)
A new practice note has been issued by the Commercial Court of the Supreme Court of Victoria. The
Buy Now Pay Later: the shape of the new regulatory regime
Treasury has released the much anticipated draft legislation for the regulation of Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) products
Corruption and Integrity Update – February 2024
In this edition of the Corruption and Integrity Update we consider the proposed legislative amendments relating to the
The QIRC rejects employee’s bid to return to work despite favourable medical assessments
The Queensland Industrial Relations Commission (QIRC) has rejected an employee’s claim that he was unlawfully discriminated against after
