Why Law Firms and In-House Teams Need an Innovation Officer
The concept of ‘innovation’ has taken on increasing prominence in the legal services industry in recent years. This trend takes…
Re-Emergence of Multi-Disciplinary Practices and NewLaw
People in the legal industry tend to think of NewLaw players as small firms or tech providers that operate like…
What are the Best Innovations Disrupting the Legal Industry?
Over the past few years, innovation and technology have transformed ideas into big businesses. The ride-sharing platform Uber is now so…
A Brave New World: Technology and the Law
The legal industry as a whole is often portrayed as technology averse. It is easy (and even sometimes fun) to…
Can I Patent My Invention If It Has Been Registered Overseas?
For an invention to be eligible for patent protection, it must be considered new internationally. As patents are only enforceable…
How Unfair Contract Terms Law Affects Advertising Agreements
On 12 November 2016, a new law came into effect regarding unfair terms in small business contracts. The laws extend…
Staying Vigilant: Payment Claims in Construction Contracts
If you have entered into a contract or other arrangement for construction work or goods/services related to construction, you should…
Interlocutory Injunctions and the Usual Undertaking as to Damages
As we have set out in previous articles, an interlocutory injunction can be an important tool for a party that…
IP Law Update: Patent Invalid for Lack of Novelty and Inventive Step
The Full Court has recently handed down its decision in the case of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd v Generic Health…
