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ACCC granted first interlocutory injunction to prevent merger in nearly 30 years
For the first time in 27 years, the ACCC has succeeded in obtaining an interlocutory injunction preventing an acquisition from completing until final …
Australian Consumer Law marks 10 years with some large penalties
The Australian Consumer Law marked its tenth anniversary on 1 January 2021. Some belated presents were recently delivered in the form of the confirmation …
Key learnings from ACCC v Google (No 2) for disclosing data practices
The Federal Court has handed down its decision in Australian Competition and Consumer Commission v Google LLC (No 2) [2021] FCA 367. The decision is …
Nanda Lau to lead Herbert Smith Freehills’ China corporate practice 刘依兰将领导史密夫斐尔中国公司事务
Shanghai partner Nanda Lau has been named Herbert Smith Freehills’ new head of the firm’s China corporate practice, effective 1 May 2021.She replaces …
Predicting the future for “green” claims: The Full Federal Court provides guidance on representations as to future matters (Australia)
Marketing products as ‘environmentally friendly’ is an increasingly popular way for businesses to capture consumer attention. As the popularity of such …
Costs of deception – Big fine from Australian watchdog shows need for credible privacy statements
As online booking site HealthEngine faces AUD$2.9m fine, pressure is on businesses to ensure privacy statements have rigourOnline health booking platform …
JD Sports appeals CMA prohibition decision citing impact of Covid-19 as a key consideration
JD Sports has filed an appeal with the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) against the decision by the CMA to prohibit its acquisition of rival retailer …
Governance: Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill: impact on supply chains and their customers (UK)
Update; The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 commenced into effect on 26 June 2020. While the final provisions of the Act largely reflected …
A General Safety Provision - are we there yet??
It is looking increasingly likely that a ‘General Safety Provision’ for consumer products will be introduced into legislation in the near future. This …
ACCC continues focus on tech and essential services as part of broad ranging priorities
The ACCC’s 2020 enforcement priorities provide an insight into its focus areas and a preview of matters that are likely to develop over the course of …
The ACCC continues its push on personal information
The recommendations in the ACCC’s final report on loyalty schemes have implications for all businesses that collect and use personal informationThe …
Federal Government revives its controversial electricity misconduct bill
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