As published in CK Momentum Issue 7 (Click here to download) The Australian startup ecosystem is in need of new sources of capital to unleash the innovation within. The current equity raising regulatory framework is simply not suited to most startups with its heavy...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 6 (Click here to download) In our previous issue, we broadly addressed the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (“ChAFTA”). For Australia, the winners are the dairy, mining and services sectors which will benefit from the eventual...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 6 (Click here to download) The Australian agribusiness sector continues to be the focus of strong interest from foreign investors, commentators and the Federal Government. Predictions over the last few years have proved reasonably...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 6 (Click here to download) Keeping up to date with what charges are held over your business can be time consuming and costly. It is impractical for business owners to constantly search the Personal Property Securities Register...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 6 (Click here to download) While unwelcome emails advertising phoney products sent en masse are illegal, you may be surprised to learn that even a well intentioned marketing campaign can fall foul of the Spam Act (“Act”). A message...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 6 (Click here to download) ASIC'S December 2015 insolvency statistics show that corporate insolvencies in the second quarter of the 2014/15 financial year were down 20% on the same period last year. Associate, Adam Khan, queries...
For furniture designers and manufacturers, the replica industry has long been a thorn in their side; seen by some as a moral affront to which they have no real legal response. It’s time for designers to get on the front foot and protect their designs. REPLICA...
The High Court's recent Judgment in Lavin v Toppi contains useful reminders and guidance on the liability of co-sureties. Litigation & Insolvency Associate, Adam Khan, looks at the broader implications of the case. THE FACTS Mrs Lavin and Ms Toppi guaranteed a...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 5 (Click here to download) In a case that put the spotlight on the artistic world, the New South Wales Supreme Court has found the auction house Christie’s liable for misleading and deceptive conduct and unconscionable conduct under...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 5 (Click here to download) It took a decade of negotiations spanning three governments, but in late 2014, Australia and China finally concluded a Free Trade Agreement ("FTA"). Corporate & Commercial Lawyer, Sam Bassingthwaighte,...
As published in CK Momentum Issue 5 (Click here to download) The CK Agribusiness group has been watching and receiving reports of much needed rain falling in certain parts of Queensland and New South Wales. While not widespread and more being required, the water has...
Getting a notice of intention to resume your land ("Notice") from a government authority ("Authority") can be a very distressing event for a property owner, particularly if the Notice relates to a family home or business premises. Often, the resumption will only be...