Overview In a landmark decision, the High Court in Karpik v Carnival Plc [2023] HCA 39 has held that foreign entities carrying on business in Australia are subject to the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) even if their contracts with consumers are governed by foreign law,...
Buying or selling a pharmacy business could be the most significant commercial transaction you undertake. It is something you need to get right, and it may feel overwhelming. The good news is that pharmacy transactions usually follow a standard process and experienced...
Why sometimes it makes more sense to cancel than to operate Background Scenic Tours promoted in its 2013 marketing material “once in a lifetime cruises” along the grand waterways of Europe, with guests expected to “enjoy a level of inclusive luxury service that is...
From 9 November 2023, significant penalties will apply to businesses that include unfair contract terms in their standard form contracts. This insight summaries the key changes to the unfair contract terms (UCT) regime and how your organisation can prepare for them....
