All Articles From Amy Bishop
New Reasons to Keep Your Contract Terms Fair
Substantial changes have been made to the Australian Consumer Law[1] to ensure standard form contracts contain fair terms that level the playing field for small to medium businesses and significantly…
Privacy Week - Top Tips
This week is Privacy Week! In recognition of this, we hope to raise awareness by each day sharing a short tip for business owners to help them comply with their obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
Domain Names and Cyber Security
There may not be an immediately obvious connection between the domain names of a business and cyber security precautions. However, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has released an Alert…
Are You a Director Who Still Needs to Get Your Director ID?
All directors and alternate directors acting in that capacity are now required to apply for a Director Identification Number (Director ID), also known as your DIN. This applies to positions held with…
When are Directors Liable for Misleading or Deceptive Conduct, Passing off, Trade Mark Infringement or Unconscionable Conduct?
“What is the line between inspiration and appropriation?”
Staff Profile: Amy Bishop
Our Intellectual Property Specialist, With a Penchant for People, Water & Words.
Fee Increases for Trade Marks
IP Australia has undertaken a review of its fees and has advised of several fee increases in relation to trade marks which will take effect on 1 October 2020. Fee structure The last change to IP…
COVID-19: IT Security and Working From Home
Health and economic concerns have been priority issues during the early stage of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as we settle in to a working from home (WFH) routine, IT and cybersecurity should also…
EU’s Request for Geographical Indications Protection may Affect your Products or Trade Marks
If your business produces or deals in food or beverages, then the European Union’s (EU) requests regarding Geographical Indications (GIs) as part of Australia’s free-trade negotiations with the EU…
Top Tips for Creating Your Trade Mark
A trade mark can be a valuable asset for any business. Google’s trade mark, for example, is worth an estimated $167.7 billion, while Facebook’s trade mark, ranking only fifth, has an estimated value…
DWFT Report
The DWFT Report is a comprehensive publication containing news, commentary and analysis of significant contemporary legal issues impacting the Australian business community.
