Thomsons Lawyers Media Release

HEALTH Alert - September 2010

02 September 2010

This alert contains information on the following topics: NSW Health discussion paper on health reform released Senate Committee report on health reform package Making health more private Legislation update

PROPERTY Alert - The effects of the Retail and Commercial Leases Regulations 2010 (SA) (No. 199 of 2010) and the Retail and Commercial Leases Variation Regulations (SA) (No. 200 of 2010)

01 September 2010

The Retail and Commercial Leases Regulations 2010 (SA) came into operation on 1 September 2010. These Regulations are different to the Retail and Commercial Leases Regulations 1995 (SA) and in some respects these differences will have a significant effect on the manner in which retail and commercial leasing is undertaken.

BANKING & FINANCE Alert: Personal Property Securities Register

27 August 2010

May 2011 is the proposed date for the commencement of the new regime. What does this mean for you?

PROPERTY Alert - The new Torrens Assurance Levy in NSW

25 August 2010

How will the introduction of the new Torrens Assurance Levy in NSW affect you?

PROPERTY Alert - The Building Energy Efficiency Disclosure Scheme

24 August 2010

The Building Energy Efficiency Disclosure Scheme comes into effect on 1 November 2010. How will this affect you?

INSOLVENCY Alert - July 2010

27 July 2010

Unfair preferences and section 588FA of the Corporations Act - is the 'ultimate effect' of the 'entire transaction' relevant?

HEALTH Alert - July 2010

09 July 2010

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - July 2010

05 July 2010

This Alert contains information on the decision on modern award provisions and the new unfair dismissal caps and minimum wages.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Alert - A little vino saves the day for Barefoot

30 June 2010

TRADE PRACTICES Alert - Unfair Contract Terms: Are you ready?

28 June 2010

On 14 April 2010 the Trade Practices Amendment (Australian Consumer Law) Act (No.1) 2010 (Cth) came into force. The new unfair contract term regime will apply to consumer contracts entered into or amended on or after 1 July 2010.

In this Alert we look at some examples of goods and services sold which may be affected, consider what the term "unfair" means and provide some guidelines on how you can be ready for the new regime.

INSOLVENCY Alert - Sons of Gwalia ruling reversal

22 June 2010

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Paid Parental Leave

18 June 2010

Australia is about to join the majority of the developed world in having a paid parental leave scheme, following the Senate's approval of the Paid Parental Leave Act (PPL Act) on 17 June 2010.

FRANCHISING Alert - Federal Government announces amendments to the Franchising Code of Conduct will take effect on 1 July 2010.

08 June 2010

Federal Government announces amendments to the Franchising Code of Conduct will take effect on 1 July 2010.

TAX Alert - Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Initiative

04 June 2010

Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Initiative

HEALTH Alert - June 2010

02 June 2010

National Health & Hospitals Network Agreement, Pathology case tests anti-bribery provisions under the Health Insurance Act and Legislation update.

FRANCHISING Alert - Revolutionary changes in Consumer Law now in effect

01 June 2010

Revolutionary changes in Consumer Law now in effect and Termination of franchise - lessons to be learnt from the Blockbuster decision.

Workplace Relations & Employment practice continues to grow

03 May 2010

Thomsons Lawyers has strengthened the ranks of its workplace relations and employment team with the appointment of Melbourne based partner, Paul Ronfeldt.

HEALTH Alert - April 2010

30 April 2010

TAX Alert - Division 7A: Use of Assets

22 April 2010

The purpose of this Alert is to discuss the proposed changes to the definition of 'payment' in Division 7A of Part III of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 (ITAA 36) that deals with the use of a private company's assets by its shareholders or associates of its shareholders.

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Understanding Modern Awards

21 April 2010

Four months into the new modern award system, there are many unresolved issues. Employers who appreciate those issues will be better equipped to comply with their award obligations and avoid award breaches.

HEALTH Alert - March 2010

31 March 2010

MEDIA & DEFAMATION Alert - Be Alert, Not Alarmed: Legal Pitfalls for Companies Using Social Media

30 March 2010

Facebook and Twitter accounts can build your company's profile. They can also disparage it.

FRANCHISING Alert - Government announces additional disclosure requirements

26 March 2010

The expert panel established by Federal Minister Dr Craig Emerson in November 2009 to look at specific behaviours that might be considered inappropriate in a franchising arrangement handed down their findings in a joint report in February 2010.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Alert - Apple's iPod does not stop dopi

23 March 2010

Apple Inc has failed in a bid to stop registration of the trade mark dopi (ipod in reverse) and the notoriety of the iPod trade mark was a factor that worked against Apple in this case.

Thomsons Lawyers Poised to Deliver on Health Reform

19 March 2010

Thomsons Lawyers has further bolstered the ranks of its highly experienced Health and Aged Care Group, positioning it for strong future growth in the wake of health reform.

HEALTH Alert - February 2010

26 February 2010

DIRECTORS & OFFICERS Alert - Directors' Duties: at the top of ASIC's agenda for 2010

09 February 2010

With Directors' duties remaining in the spotlight this year, it is prudent that Directors evidence their decision-making process and the genuine basis for decisions (with supporting documentation) and record all consultations with independent advisers, such as external lawyers and accountants (in particular in the case if complex disclosures).

Thomsons Lawyers Advises Neller Pty Ltd in Global Transaction

03 February 2010

Thomsons Lawyers advised ANZ Capital and its investee company Australia’s leading Human Resources (HR) software systems developer Neller Pty Ltd, in its transaction with global HR software provider NorthgateArinso, to create one of the largest HR service providers in the world.

Information Sheet - Retirement Villages Regulation 2009 (NSW)

29 January 2010

HEALTH ALERT - January 2010

29 January 2010

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Final Fair Work provisions about to commence: what you need to know before New Year

15 December 2009

In these last few weeks before the new laws apply, you have the opportunity to make sure that your workplace is not caught off guard. In this Alert, we outline the latest changes, and suggest what you should do to respond to the forthcoming commencement of the new system.

DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS Alert - ASIC v Rich: Don't be discouraged

11 December 2009

CONSTRUCTION Alert - December 2009

08 December 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers expands workplace profile

01 December 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers is significantly expanding its workplace relations capability, with the lateral hire of an additional Adelaide-based team.

The three person team is headed by partner Mr Karl Luke, who boasts more than 15 years experience as both a barrister and solicitor dealing with workplace relations.

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Countdown to award modernisation, and OHS laws shaping up

24 November 2009

FRANCHISING Alert - Proposed new "Australian Consumer Law"

19 November 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers Strengthens Property Team

11 November 2009

The Thomson Playford Cutlers’ national property practice has again strengthened its ranks with the appointment of Special Counsel, Sarah Aitken, in the Sydney office.

FRANCHISING Alert - Federal Government announces changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct

10 November 2009

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Why do you need to understand the legal concept of 'repudiation'?

02 November 2009

HEALTH Alert - October 2009

30 October 2009

PROPERTY ALERT - Changes to the NSW Contaminated Land Act - Are you ready?

22 October 2009

HEALTH Alert - September 2009

30 September 2009

PROPERTY ALERT - The current status of the NSW Planning Reforms - how do they affect you?

18 September 2009

HEALTH ALERT - August 2009

25 August 2009

DIRECTORS & OFFICERS ALERT - James Hardie penalties handed down...

20 August 2009

WORKPLACE RELATIONS ALERT - Avoiding unlawful discrimination: new challenges

06 August 2009

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - New Fair Work Regulations now in force

21 July 2009

HEALTH ALERT - July 2009

07 July 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers boosts senior lawyer ranks with key appointments

01 July 2009

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford Cutlers has made two key partner appointments for this financial year, demonstrating the firm’s commitment to recognizing outstanding individuals

CASE NOTE - James Hardie Case

23 June 2009

BRIEFING NOTE - James Hardie Case

23 June 2009

WORKPLACE RELATIONS ALERT - Changes to workplace laws at both State and Federal levels

16 June 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers advises Harbert Australia Private Equity Fund

02 June 2009

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford Cutlers assisted Harbert Australia Private Equity with its first major transaction – an 18.1% stake in Solar Shop Australia

HEALTH Alert - June 2009

01 June 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers named 2009 Adelaide Law Firm of the Year

25 May 2009

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford Cutlers has been named the Adelaide Law Firm of the Year for the second year in a row at the Macquarie Bank ALB Australasian Law Awards, Asia Pacific's premium law awards

FRANCHISING ALERT - May 2009

11 May 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers named as a finalist for 2009 Adelaide Law Firm of the Year

08 May 2009

For the second year running, TPC has been named as a finalist for the ALB Adelaide Law Firm of the Year award

DIRECTORS & OFFICERS ALERT - Entire board of directors and executives facing heavy fines and bans

01 May 2009

HEALTH ALERT - April 2009

30 April 2009

TAX ALERT - Tax Office sets sights on uncommercial WET practices - April 2009

16 April 2009

PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT Alert - April 2009

03 April 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers appoints new Chief Executive Partner

01 April 2009

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford Cutlers has appointed Adrian Tembel as Chief Executive Partner.

HEALTH Alert - March 2009

31 March 2009

TAX ALERT - The investment allowance is here. now..... what does it really mean?

20 March 2009

WORKPLACE RELATIONS ALERT - What is happening with the Fair Work Bill?

13 March 2009

TRADE PRACTICES Alert - Proposed Changes to the Trade Practices Act - we are on the road to nationally consistent consumer laws, but there will be bumps for business along the way

12 March 2009

PRO BONO Alert - Social Security Appeals Tribunal extends assets hardship provisions to income tested pensioners

27 February 2009

TRADE PRACTICES Alert - Clarity in pricing for consumers is murky water for corporations and advertisers - with a $1.1m sting

18 February 2009

HEALTH Alert - February 2009

16 February 2009

CONSTRUCTION Alert - Security of payment claims & schedules - service by fax: what you really need to know

31 January 2009

Thomson Playford Cutlers announces Melbourne Merger

29 January 2009

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford Cutlers is expanding its national presence by merging with Dibbs Abbott Stillman in Melbourne

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Priority industry modern awards released

13 January 2009

TAX Alert - Changes to stamp duty, land tax and land dealings

18 December 2008

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Alert - .Tel domain name registration

10 December 2008

FRANCHISING Alert - Federal inquiry report released

03 December 2008

HEALTH Alert - December 2008

01 December 2008

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - The Fair Work Act 2008 - what does it mean for you

28 November 2008

TAX Alert - Director penalty notices

27 November 2008

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Fair Work Bill 2008 - new discrimination provisions

27 November 2008

HOSPITALITY, REGISTERED CLUBS & GAMING Alert - Finding and keeping the right long-term partner

19 November 2008

Thomson Playford Cutlers’ Adelaide office relocates to new state-of-the-art building

17 November 2008

In a sign of confidence in the State economy and its Adelaide office, law firm Thomson Playford Cutlers is relocating to new purpose-built offices on 17 November 2008.

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - What impact will the global financial crisis have on the introduction of the CPRS?

10 November 2008

TAX Alert - Asset rich and not carrying on a business? The small business CGT concessions may be available...

05 November 2008

FINANCIAL SERVICES Alert - AML & CTF laws update - ongoing customer due diligence and reporting obligations

03 November 2008

Health Alert

01 November 2008

HEALTH Alert - November 2008

01 November 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - Commonwealth and States take action towards Murray-Darling Basin reform

29 October 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - Garnaut delivers his final report on Australian Climate Change Policy – prepare for a $35 carbon price by 2020

21 October 2008

HOSPITALITY, REGISTERED CLUBS & GAMING Alert - Directors' duty of confidentiality: it is real!

13 October 2008

WINE INDUSTRY Alert - Winery sales and acquisitions anticipated... beward the hidden tax pitfalls on vineyards

07 October 2008

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - A busy few weeks in industrial relations...

01 October 2008

HEALTH Alert - Oct 2008

01 October 2008

TRANSPORT Alert - Chain of responsibility & fatigued drivers - is your business at risk?

01 October 2008

IP, ADVERTISING & TECHNOLOGY Alert - Saab's green ads declared misleading

29 September 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - Solving a diabolical problem - Garnaut suggests targets and trajectories for emissions reduction

23 September 2008

PROPERTY & PLANNING Alert - Development proposals - new requirements for the disclosure of political donations and gifts in NSW

12 September 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - Operational Control - the key test for determining the extent of your compliance obligations under the NGER system and the CPRS

09 September 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - The tax and commercial consequences of the CPRS - what businesses and their accountants need to know

05 September 2008

FRANCHISING Alert - Ketchell - what does it mean?

02 September 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - What does the green paper mean for the mandatory renewable energy target (MRET)?

21 August 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - The implications of the green paper for the waste and forestry sectors

18 August 2008

HOSPITALITY, GAMING & REGISTERED CLUBS Alert - Liquor double whammy for clubs

15 August 2008

CLIMATE CHANGE Alert - The Government's green paper - how will it affect my business

28 July 2008

Thomson Playford Merges With Cutler, Hughes & Harris – And an Exciting New Commercial Law Firm Emerges

25 July 2008

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford will merge with Sydney-based firm Cutler Hughes & Harris. The merger agreement announced today and effective on September 1, 2008 will see the emergence of the dynamic law firm Thomson Playford Cutlers. Thomson Playford Cutlers brings together two quality law firms with strong brands, clients, similar culture and growth potential.

HOSPITALITY, GAMING & REGISTERED CLUBS Alert - The Liquor Act is repealed - long live the Liquor Act

24 July 2008

ENVIRONMENT Alert - A new regulation for major hazard facilities in NSW

24 July 2008

Key board appointment at Thomson Playford

01 July 2008

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford is pleased to announce the appointment of respected businessman David Simmons to its Board.

PROPERTY & PLANNING Alert - Proposed changes to the NSW planning system

19 June 2008

FRANCHISING Alert - Reflections of a mediator

04 June 2008

PRE-PUBLICATION & DEFAMATION Alert - The Mercedes Corby decision - the impact of increased jury involvement in NSW defamation hearings

02 June 2008

Thomson Playford named 2008 Adelaide Law Firm of the Year

28 May 2008

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford has been named the 2008 Adelaide Law Firm of the Year. The award was accepted on 22 May by Thomson Playford Chairman of Partners, Loretta Reynolds, at the Mettle ALB Australasian Law Awards, Asia Pacific’s premium law awards event

Thomson Playford recognised for community service

23 May 2008

Thomson Playford was recognised for its dedication and commitment to community service in a ceremony held at the fifth National Homelessness Conference at the Adelaide Convention Centre on 22 May 2008

IP, ADVERTISING & TECHNOLOGY Alert - Are all Saabs green? - the ACCC takes action against GM Holden and releases a guide to green marketing claims

16 May 2008

ENVIRONMENT Alert - A new regulation for underground petroleum storage systems in NSW

21 April 2008

Thomson Playford strengthens dispute resolution and litigation practice in Sydney

18 April 2008

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford has strengthened its dispute resolution practice with the appointment of an additional Sydney-based team.

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Recent OHS changes - penalties tripled, personal liability for officers

10 April 2008

CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE Alert - Security of payment - soon a national phenomenon?

01 April 2008

PROPERTY Alert - Is your new residential development "BASIX" compliant?

31 March 2008

PROPERTY Alert - GST margin scheme & residential property development

13 March 2008

Thomson Playford expands Environment, Climate Change and Energy practice

27 February 2008

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford is building its reputation as a national leader in environmental, climate change, planning and energy legal services with the appointment of a specialist partner.

Franchising failures costing business owners

18 February 2008

Impatience, not paying attention to details and hiring the wrong people are among the top reasons for franchising failures, says commercial law firm Thomson Playford.

TRADE PRACTICES Alert - Old scams in new clothing - The Trade Practices Act and carbon offset claims

13 February 2008

FRANCHISING Alert - Important recent franchising decision

09 January 2008

Small and medium-sized business given more opportunity to fight corporate bullies

21 December 2007

Small and medium-sized businesses now have greater protection from corporate bullies following recent changes to the Trade Practices Act.

IP, ADVERTISING & TECHNOLOGY Alert - The ogre in children's advertising

12 December 2007

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Forward with fairness - a summary

04 December 2007

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - New developments in workplace surveillance law

30 November 2007

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - A Labor win - so what's next for Australia's workplace relations system?

26 November 2007

Thomson Playford Wins Award for Outstanding Contribution to Volunteering

12 November 2007

Thomson Playford has jointly won the 2007 Premier’s Business Award in Volunteering, the award being presented to the firm on 11 June 2007 by Governor Marjorie Jackson-Nelson and Minister for Volunteers, Jennifer Rankine, in front of a large crowd at the Adelaide Festival Theatre, as part of Volunteer Day celebrations.

TRADE PRACTICES Alert - Trade Practices Act - radical changes - "The Birdsville Amendment"

29 September 2007

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - Termination payments...transitional traps for employers

27 September 2007

CORPORATE Alert - Rules for use of company names, business names and logos

31 August 2007

CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE Alert - Residential developers liable for builders' sins

29 July 2007

CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE Alert - When BIGCorp comes knocking - BIGCorp and recoveries against builders

29 July 2007

New Chairman Appointed at Thomson Playford - Loretta Reynolds

12 July 2007

First female appointed as Chairman of Board at Thomson Playford

HOSPITALITY & GAMING Alert - Maximising your land potential - the new game for registered clubs

30 June 2007

FINANCIAL SERVICES Alert - Anti-money laundering & counter terrorism financing explained

29 June 2007

INSURANCE Alert - Greater certainty for claims made policies

29 June 2007

CORPORATE Alert - Sale of business - potential liability of sellers

29 June 2007

TAX Alert - Small business CGT concessions - new opportunities and restructuring implications

29 June 2007

PROPERTY & DEVELOPMENT Alert - Your registered title and your development consent

29 June 2007

INSURANCE Alert - Non-disclosure - am I "Bovered"

29 May 2007

Thomson Playford’s community initiative with RSL & Services Clubs Association

12 May 2007

Commercial law firm Thomson Playford has assisted the RSL & Services Clubs Association to establish two key national community initiatives.

TAX Alert - Simplified superannuation measures become law

29 March 2007

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - New amendments to the Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act 1986 (SA) - Occupational Health & Safety

25 February 2007

TAX Alert - Small business CGT concessions - new opportunities & restructuring implications

01 December 2006

CORPORATE Alert - Fundraising and the Corporations Act

30 November 2006

CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE Alert - A wake up call for owners corporations in NSW

29 November 2006

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - WorkChoices - more amendments announced

16 November 2006

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - The Independent Contractors Bill 2006

29 September 2006

DISPUTE RESOLUTION & LITIGATION Alert - Is your organisation complying?

29 August 2006

ENERGY & RESOURCES Alert - China update

29 May 2006

WORKPLACE RELATIONS Alert - WorkChoices - The new national workplace relations system

29 April 2006