The new Unfair Contract Terms regime (introduced by the Treasury Laws Amendment (More Competition, Better Prices) Act 2022 (Amending Act), which amends the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) [...]
The new unfair contract terms regime commences on 9 November 2023, which prohibits unfair contract terms in contracts and introduces significant pecuniary penalties. This article explores the new [...]
This article explores recent changes made to the Duties Act 1997 (NSW) with respect to stamp duty to be charged on the grant or transfer of a call option to purchase land in New South Wales.
From 5 April 2022, a director must apply for a DIN prior to their appointment as a director. A DIN must be applied for personally by each director or alternate director of a company that is a [...]
This article explores the unfair contract terms that were admittedly enforced by Compass Matin Pty Ltd, EduCollect Pty Ltd and the companies’ common director.
The definition of ‘consumer’ is significant in determining the persons who are entitled to the protections provided by the ACL and ASIC Act. This article sets out the changes to the definition [...]
The Federal Court held that the terms in three Ashley & Martin standard form contracts with consumers were unfair within the meaning of section 24 of the Australia Consumer Law, and therefore [...]
