In this August 2026 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss collecting personal information using technology – OAIC Guidelines, crackdown on unfair trading practices – changes to the Australian Consumer Law, the benefits of template contracts, and the latest OAIC data breach statistics.
This Paper explores the key considerations, common pitfalls, and legal complexities involved in contract termination, providing guidance on how to navigate this challenging process.
In this issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Privacy and AI, Aged Care and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 (Cth) and a new protected confidences protection for family law litigation.
In this issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss the new statutory tort for serious invasions of privacy, the latest OAIC data breach statistics and the ability of NDIS providers to enforce employment related restrictions against former staff.
In this April 2025 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Public Construction Contracting in Victoria – what is required and what are the issues?, Health Legislation Amendment (Modernising My Health Record-Sharing by Default) Act 2025 (Cth) and summarise Key Compliance Trends in 2025.
Employers in Australia must classify employees correctly under the relevant Modern Award in order to avoid underpayment claims. The SCHADS Award presents unique classification challenges. Misclassification can lead to significant penalties, making it crucial for businesses to regularly review employee classifications. Read our opinion on this complex issue.
In this October 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Bulk Billing and Out of Pocket Fees, Health Insurance Legislation Amendment (Assignment of Medicare Benefits) Act 2024 (Cth) and Breanna Roche v The Trustee For The Dolphin Hotel Unit Trust [2024] FWC 606.
In this July 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss H v OL [2024], Privacy framework for Victoria’s health information sharing system (CareSync Exchange) and Health Legislation Amendment (Removal of Requirement for a Collaborative Arrangement) Bill 2024 (Cth).
In this April 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Vision Australia Ltd v Elisha [2023] VSCA 265, the New Aged Care Act – Key Changes and Mandatory reporting obligations.
In this issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Reforms to the ‘confidential communications’ (sexual assault counselling and medical records) privilege; Retail Leases Act – Notices on Renewal; ‘Mental health and wellbeing service providers’ now regulated under the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 (Vic) and New Construction Contracts for the Victorian Public Sector.
In this August 2026 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss collecting personal information using technology – OAIC Guidelines, crackdown on unfair trading practices – changes to the Australian Consumer Law, the benefits of template contracts, and the latest OAIC data breach statistics.
This Paper explores the key considerations, common pitfalls, and legal complexities involved in contract termination, providing guidance on how to navigate this challenging process.
In this issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Privacy and AI, Aged Care and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 (Cth) and a new protected confidences protection for family law litigation.
In this issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss the new statutory tort for serious invasions of privacy, the latest OAIC data breach statistics and the ability of NDIS providers to enforce employment related restrictions against former staff.
In this April 2025 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Public Construction Contracting in Victoria – what is required and what are the issues?, Health Legislation Amendment (Modernising My Health Record-Sharing by Default) Act 2025 (Cth) and summarise Key Compliance Trends in 2025.
Employers in Australia must classify employees correctly under the relevant Modern Award in order to avoid underpayment claims. The SCHADS Award presents unique classification challenges. Misclassification can lead to significant penalties, making it crucial for businesses to regularly review employee classifications. Read our opinion on this complex issue.
In this October 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Bulk Billing and Out of Pocket Fees, Health Insurance Legislation Amendment (Assignment of Medicare Benefits) Act 2024 (Cth) and Breanna Roche v The Trustee For The Dolphin Hotel Unit Trust [2024] FWC 606.
In this July 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss H v OL [2024], Privacy framework for Victoria’s health information sharing system (CareSync Exchange) and Health Legislation Amendment (Removal of Requirement for a Collaborative Arrangement) Bill 2024 (Cth).
In this April 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Vision Australia Ltd v Elisha [2023] VSCA 265, the New Aged Care Act – Key Changes and Mandatory reporting obligations.
In this issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Reforms to the ‘confidential communications’ (sexual assault counselling and medical records) privilege; Retail Leases Act – Notices on Renewal; ‘Mental health and wellbeing service providers’ now regulated under the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 (Vic) and New Construction Contracts for the Victorian Public Sector.
