http://www.sparke.com.au/custom/rss/sparke_helmore_publications.xml Sparke Helmore publications http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/traps_in_drafting_a_notice_under_section_139zq_of_the_bankruptcy_act.jsp The recent decision of the Full Court of the Federal Court in Sutherland v Vale addressed the validity of a notice pursuant to s139ZQ of the Bankruptcy Act 1996 (Cth) Sun, 21 Dec 2008 22:02:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/traps_in_drafting_a_notice_under_section_139zq_of_the_bankruptcy_act.jsp 2008-12-21T22:02:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/looking_back_on_2008_the_course_of_federal_regulation_where_does_the_river_flow.jsp The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act, 1999 (Cth) (‘EPBC Act’) has been tested in a series of public litigation cases across Australia this year. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:02:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/looking_back_on_2008_the_course_of_federal_regulation_where_does_the_river_flow.jsp 2008-12-19T00:02:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_decisions_dealing_with_the_issue_of_costs_in_proceedings_involving_claims_by_a_liquidator.jsp Liquidator ordered to pay costs for proceedings doomed to fail Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:55:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_decisions_dealing_with_the_issue_of_costs_in_proceedings_involving_claims_by_a_liquidator.jsp 2008-12-18T21:55:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_december_2008.jsp An update on recent AAT and Federal Court decisions, December 2008 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 03:32:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_december_2008.jsp 2008-12-18T03:32:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/parliament_passes_laws_that_will_significantly_overhaul_contaminated_land_management_in_nsw.jsp The NSW Parliament recently passed significant changes to the law regulating contaminated land in NSW. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 02:13:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/parliament_passes_laws_that_will_significantly_overhaul_contaminated_land_management_in_nsw.jsp 2008-12-18T02:13:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/companies_in_distress_what_should_directors_do.jsp While the current global financial crisis has claimed victims including Allco, ABC Learning, and several US and European companies, Australian business has faced similar challenges in the past. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:20:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/companies_in_distress_what_should_directors_do.jsp 2008-12-15T05:20:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/melchior_ors_v_sydney_adventist_hospital_and_dr_scott_newman.jsp Sparke Helmore recently acted for the defendants in the above proceedings which were heard before Justice Hoeben in the Supreme Court of New South Wales. Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:16:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/melchior_ors_v_sydney_adventist_hospital_and_dr_scott_newman.jsp 2008-12-11T00:16:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/court_of_appeal_upholds_verdict_for_defendant_in_proceedings_involving_intoxicated_pedestrian.jsp Hawthorne v Hillcoat Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:35:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/court_of_appeal_upholds_verdict_for_defendant_in_proceedings_involving_intoxicated_pedestrian.jsp 2008-12-09T05:35:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_legislation_to_restrain_vexatious_litigants.jsp The Vexatious Proceeding Act (NSW) 2008, which commenced on 1 December 2008, expands the powers of New South Wales courts to control vexatious litigants. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:26:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_legislation_to_restrain_vexatious_litigants.jsp 2008-12-01T05:26:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_administrative_appeals_tribunal_decisions_november_2008.jsp An update on recent Administrative Appeals Tribunal decisions, November 2008 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 01:13:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_administrative_appeals_tribunal_decisions_november_2008.jsp 2008-11-24T01:13:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/patent_construction_jurox_successfully_defends_patent_infringement_proceedings_in_federal_court_appeal.jsp A recent Full Federal Court decision in Nufarm Ltd & Anor v Jurox Pty Ltd [2008] FCAFC 180 provides useful guidance in the area of patent construction. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:49:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/patent_construction_jurox_successfully_defends_patent_infringement_proceedings_in_federal_court_appeal.jsp 2008-11-20T04:49:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/a_practical_guide_to_procurement.jsp A six chapter series that proivdes a practical guide to procurement plans and the procurement process. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:15:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/a_practical_guide_to_procurement.jsp 2008-11-14T04:15:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_new_cpgs_what_you_need_to_know.jsp The revised Commonwealth Procurement Guidelines (CPGs) come into effect on 1 December 2008. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:13:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_new_cpgs_what_you_need_to_know.jsp 2008-11-12T01:13:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/validating_the_appointment_of_administrators.jsp On 21 October 2008 Justice Barrett of the Supreme Court of New South Wales delivered judgment in the case of HPI Australia Pty Limited & Ors [2008] NSWSC 1106. Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:03:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/validating_the_appointment_of_administrators.jsp 2008-11-06T00:03:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/administrators_personally_liable_for_indemnity_costs.jsp Maylord Equity Management Pty Limited commenced proceedings against ReelTime Media Limited to challenge the validity of a vote to approve a Deed of Company Arrangement. Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:40:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/administrators_personally_liable_for_indemnity_costs.jsp 2008-10-31T01:40:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/your_water_your_say_or_is_it.jsp Pilot plants and staged developments under Federal environmental assessment. Wed, 29 Oct 2008 23:07:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/your_water_your_say_or_is_it.jsp 2008-10-29T23:07:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_october_2008.jsp An update on recent Administrative Appeals Tribunal and Federal Court decisions, October 2008 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:25:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_october_2008.jsp 2008-10-28T22:25:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_laws_require_disclosure_of_political_donations_and_gifts.jsp On 1 October 2007, the Local Government & Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 (Amending Act) commenced operation. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 05:33:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_laws_require_disclosure_of_political_donations_and_gifts.jsp 2008-10-22T05:33:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/your_destination_is_your_home.jsp A Review of Gulf Air Company GSC v Fattouh [2008] NSWCA 225 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/your_destination_is_your_home.jsp 2008-10-22T00:00:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/things_that_make_us_go_hmmm.jsp The supervision and discipline of insolvency practitioners - Part 1 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 05:28:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/things_that_make_us_go_hmmm.jsp 2008-10-17T05:28:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/breaching_copyright_and_personal_liability_how_your_behaviour_matters.jsp Designers, architects, builders, engineers and anyone else involved in creating or developing plans Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:16:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/breaching_copyright_and_personal_liability_how_your_behaviour_matters.jsp 2008-10-14T22:16:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_decision_trade_practices_part_iiia_access_to_infrastructure_implications_for_the_mining_and_resources_sectors.jsp This decision examines the difficult scenario where the infrastructure that a third party seeks access to, is also the same infrastructure that the service provider uses as part of his acknowledged production process(es). Tue, 14 Oct 2008 05:12:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_decision_trade_practices_part_iiia_access_to_infrastructure_implications_for_the_mining_and_resources_sectors.jsp 2008-10-14T05:12:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_administrative_appeals_tribunal_decisions_september_2008.jsp An update on recent Administrative Appeals Tribunal decisions, September 2008 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:30:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_administrative_appeals_tribunal_decisions_september_2008.jsp 2008-09-26T05:30:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/inexperienced_drivers_and_the_standard_of_care_owed_to_third_parties.jsp Imbree v McNeilly 2008 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 06:09:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/inexperienced_drivers_and_the_standard_of_care_owed_to_third_parties.jsp 2008-09-22T06:09:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_changes_to_strata_schemes.jsp The strata schemes legislation is the framework for the management and operation of strata schemes in NSW. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 06:33:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_changes_to_strata_schemes.jsp 2008-09-12T06:33:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/common_sense_returns_to_the_known_circumstances_exclusion.jsp CGU Insurance Limited v Porthouse [2008] Tue, 02 Sep 2008 05:26:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/common_sense_returns_to_the_known_circumstances_exclusion.jsp 2008-09-02T05:26:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/industry_warned_on_new_land_contamination_laws.jsp South Australia's construction, mining and petroleum industries are facing a new regime which will require the review and possible testing of fill before it is moved from site to site. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:39:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/industry_warned_on_new_land_contamination_laws.jsp 2008-08-27T00:39:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/injured_passenger_and_intoxicated_driver.jsp AAMI Ltd v HAIN Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:51:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/injured_passenger_and_intoxicated_driver.jsp 2008-08-21T05:51:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/faulty_powers.jsp The recent decision of the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia in Evans v State of New South Wales has clearly stated the relevant principles. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:43:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/faulty_powers.jsp 2008-08-12T06:43:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/lobbying_of_government_the_rules_have_changed.jsp On 1 July 2008 the Commonwealth Register of Lobbyists (‘the Register’), complimented by the Lobbying Code of Conduct (‘the Code’), became fully operational. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 06:14:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/lobbying_of_government_the_rules_have_changed.jsp 2008-08-08T06:14:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/we_canute_overturn_van_grinsven.jsp Fellowes v MRCC - Full Federal Court An employee cannot be compensated twice for the same level of impairment under Table 9.5 of the Guide. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:53:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/we_canute_overturn_van_grinsven.jsp 2008-08-05T23:53:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/medical_practice_amendment_act_2008.jsp Changes to laws governing medical misconduct includes mandatory reporting of serious complaints Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:08:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/medical_practice_amendment_act_2008.jsp 2008-08-05T02:08:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_august_2008.jsp An update on recent AAT and Federal Court decisions, August 2008 Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:07:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_august_2008.jsp 2008-08-01T01:07:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/secondary_disabilities_does_the_prior_disability_need_to_be_symptomatic.jsp " Registered employers in South Australia can now benefit from a recent decision of the South Australian WorkCover Levy Review Panel to revisit the the scheme rules as they apply to 'secondary disabilities' Wed, 30 Jul 2008 23:31:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/secondary_disabilities_does_the_prior_disability_need_to_be_symptomatic.jsp 2008-07-30T23:31:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/construction_projects_infrastructure/update_property_developers_targeted_by_the_epa.jsp Recent QPA prosecution results in $95,000 fine. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:08:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/construction_projects_infrastructure/update_property_developers_targeted_by_the_epa.jsp 2008-07-18T06:08:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/surveillance_material_and_medical_panel_examinations.jsp Must a copy be provided to workers in advance of an examination? Fri, 11 Jul 2008 02:19:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/surveillance_material_and_medical_panel_examinations.jsp 2008-07-11T02:19:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/government_procurement_and_bias_appearances_can_count.jsp Government officials are increasingly making decisions which affect commercial interests. These decisions are often of considerable magnitude. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 06:14:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/government_procurement_and_bias_appearances_can_count.jsp 2008-07-07T06:14:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_july_2008.jsp An update on recent AAT and Federal Court decisions Fri, 04 Jul 2008 03:24:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_july_2008.jsp 2008-07-04T03:24:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/getting_the_courts_tick_of_approval_on_your_fees.jsp The recent round of insolvency law reforms has brought a revised regime for insolvency practitioners to be aware of, and apply, when seeking Court approval for their fees or when the Court is asked to review their fees. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 06:11:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/getting_the_courts_tick_of_approval_on_your_fees.jsp 2008-06-19T06:11:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/attention_all_ctp_insurers_and_lawyers_the_implications_of_a_s81_notice_in_the_cars_process.jsp QBE Insurance v Motor Accidents Authority 2008 NSWSC 434, 14 May 2008. This recent decision of Associate Justice Harrison should be of interest to all CTP Insurers and lawyers. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 22:32:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/attention_all_ctp_insurers_and_lawyers_the_implications_of_a_s81_notice_in_the_cars_process.jsp 2008-06-18T22:32:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/amendments_to_the_cac_act_new_penalties_and_responsibilities.jsp Amendments to the CAC Act, passed on 26 May 2008 by the Senate, were introduced to improve the governance and accountability of Commonwealth companies and authorities (collectively, ‘CAC bodies’). Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:28:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/amendments_to_the_cac_act_new_penalties_and_responsibilities.jsp 2008-06-16T00:28:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/be_alert_to_your_limits_of_indemnity.jsp Insurers must carefully consider whether any limitation on liability is a potential issue in pending proceedings. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 23:58:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/be_alert_to_your_limits_of_indemnity.jsp 2008-06-05T23:58:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_garnaut_review_next_step_towards_carbon_abatement.jsp Sustained growth of the global economy, fuelled by fossil fuels has made climate change an urgent issue. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 06:29:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_garnaut_review_next_step_towards_carbon_abatement.jsp 2008-06-05T06:29:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_developments_in_security_of_payment/the_era_of_the_special_purpose_liquidator.jsp New decision could open the door to creditor-funded special purpose liquidation. Wed, 04 Jun 2008 05:30:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_developments_in_security_of_payment/the_era_of_the_special_purpose_liquidator.jsp 2008-06-04T05:30:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/nsw_court_of_appeal_delivers_decision_in_relation_to_threshold_for_awarding_of_damages_for_gratuitous_care.jsp On 29 May 2008, the NSW Court of Appeal handed down its decision in the matter of Harrison v Melhem. The decision will have wide reaching impact on the availability and value of claims for gratuitous services in personal injury matters. Tue, 03 Jun 2008 04:21:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/nsw_court_of_appeal_delivers_decision_in_relation_to_threshold_for_awarding_of_damages_for_gratuitous_care.jsp 2008-06-03T04:21:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/pasha_bulker_grounding_safety_report.jsp On 23 May 2008 the Australian Transport Safety Bureau released a report on its investigation into the grounding of the Pasha Bulker on 8 June 2007 at Nobby’s Beach, Newcastle, Australia. Mon, 26 May 2008 05:31:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/pasha_bulker_grounding_safety_report.jsp 2008-05-26T05:31:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/further_information_on_new_land_contamination_legislation.jsp Further information on new land contamination legislation – impact under the Mining Act, 1971 and the Petroleum Act, 2000 (SA) as it impacts upon new infrastructure development. Thu, 22 May 2008 23:09:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/further_information_on_new_land_contamination_legislation.jsp 2008-05-22T23:09:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_may_2008.jsp An update on recent AAT and Federal Court decisions Tue, 20 May 2008 00:42:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_may_2008.jsp 2008-05-20T00:42:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/rich_v_harrington_rich_in_advice_for_maintaining_client_legal_privilege.jsp The recent Federal Court decision of Branson J in Rich v Harrington [2007] FCA 1987 provides important and useful considerations for the maintenance of client legal privilege. Wed, 07 May 2008 01:22:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/rich_v_harrington_rich_in_advice_for_maintaining_client_legal_privilege.jsp 2008-05-07T01:22:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/when_perceptions_amount_to_psychological_injury.jsp The Court of Appeal has, for the first time, provided comment on the appropriate use of the "perception causing injury" argument in workers compensation claims for psychological and psychiatric injury Tue, 29 Apr 2008 03:45:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/when_perceptions_amount_to_psychological_injury.jsp 2008-04-29T03:45:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_land_contamination_legislation_impact_under_the_mining_act_1971_sa.jsp In December 2007 land contamination legislation was finally incorporated into the Environment Protection Act, 1993 (EPA Act) Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:36:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_land_contamination_legislation_impact_under_the_mining_act_1971_sa.jsp 2008-04-27T23:36:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/district_court_confirms_section_34_due_inquiry_and_search_is_required_to_recover_against_the_nominal_defendant.jsp This applies in workers compenstaion S. 151Z matters involving motor vehicle accidents Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:36:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/district_court_confirms_section_34_due_inquiry_and_search_is_required_to_recover_against_the_nominal_defendant.jsp 2008-04-23T22:36:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/access_to_sa_transport_and_freight_routes.jsp Co-operative arrangements versus declarations for access under the Trade Practices Act, 1974. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:44:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/access_to_sa_transport_and_freight_routes.jsp 2008-04-23T04:44:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_april_2008.jsp An update on recent AAT and Federal Court decisions Tue, 08 Apr 2008 23:46:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_april_2008.jsp 2008-04-08T23:46:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/claim_by_hotel_patron_against_hotelier_kicked_out_of_court.jsp Mr Justice Hislop of the New South Wales Supreme Court recently held an owner/licensee and a security firm not liable for injuries suffered by a hotel patron in a fight that occurred outside hotel’s premises. Fri, 04 Apr 2008 03:37:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/claim_by_hotel_patron_against_hotelier_kicked_out_of_court.jsp 2008-04-04T03:37:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/beware_breach_of_nonessential_term_can_give_rise_to_right_to_terminate.jsp Beware breach of non-essential term can give rise to right to terminate Fri, 07 Mar 2008 04:28:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/beware_breach_of_nonessential_term_can_give_rise_to_right_to_terminate.jsp 2008-03-07T04:28:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/more_pain_and_suffering_section_67_clarified.jsp For many years prior to the inception of the 2002 amendments controversy raged as to whether a worker was entitled to add Section 66 losses from separate injuries to obtain an award pursuant to Section 67 for pain and suffering. Fri, 07 Mar 2008 03:07:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/more_pain_and_suffering_section_67_clarified.jsp 2008-03-07T03:07:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_february_2008.jsp An update on recent AAT and Federal Court decisions Mon, 25 Feb 2008 01:53:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_february_2008.jsp 2008-02-25T01:53:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/where_a_government_agency_refuses_access_to_data_some_trade_practices_issues.jsp A recent decision of the Federal Court of Australia shows that even though the TPA can pose considerable risks for agencies, good outcomes can be achieved if the risks are identified and properly managed. Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:27:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/where_a_government_agency_refuses_access_to_data_some_trade_practices_issues.jsp 2008-02-25T00:27:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/resolving_disputes_by_mediation.jsp How mediation works, the benefits of mediation and some of the issues to consider. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 23:06:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/resolving_disputes_by_mediation.jsp 2008-02-21T23:06:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/elitigation_the_paperless_court.jsp This paper addresses the changing face of litigation and the use of specialist technology processes Thu, 21 Feb 2008 22:27:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/elitigation_the_paperless_court.jsp 2008-02-21T22:27:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/greenhouse_gas_and_energy_reporting.jsp The next step towards a national emissions trading scheme Tue, 19 Feb 2008 03:51:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/greenhouse_gas_and_energy_reporting.jsp 2008-02-19T03:51:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/act_case_reviews_for_workers_compensation_february_2008.jsp ACT Case Reviews for Workers Compensation - February 2008 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:23:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/act_case_reviews_for_workers_compensation_february_2008.jsp 2008-02-19T01:23:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/procurement_planning.jsp The creation of a clear and succinct procurement plan is one of the first and most important steps in a procurement process Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:12:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/procurement_planning.jsp 2008-02-07T23:12:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/nsw_court_of_appeal_confirms_how_the_peer_acceptance_test_is_to_be_interpreted.jsp The NSW Court of Appeal has clearly confirmed that section 5O of the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) does not define the content of the duty of care which applies in professional negligence claims. Instead, the section operates as a defence. Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:46:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/nsw_court_of_appeal_confirms_how_the_peer_acceptance_test_is_to_be_interpreted.jsp 2008-01-09T03:46:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/grounding_of_the_pasha_bulker_changes_to_maritime_laws.jsp The New South Wales Government has proposed changes to Maritime Laws following the grounding of MV Pasha Bulker in Newcastle, Australia on 8 June 2007. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:21:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/grounding_of_the_pasha_bulker_changes_to_maritime_laws.jsp 2007-12-19T23:21:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/owners_and_occupiers_do_you_have_a_duty_to_prevent_malicious_injury.jsp Land owners and occupiers have no duty to take reasonable care to prevent physical injury by a third party, but do need to manage unacceptable behaviour as it unfolds, and take appropriate steps. Tue, 04 Dec 2007 05:11:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/owners_and_occupiers_do_you_have_a_duty_to_prevent_malicious_injury.jsp 2007-12-04T05:11:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/employer_held_vicariously_liable.jsp In the context of hotels and their security arrangements, the New South Wales Court of Appeal has overturned one of the few decisions allowing an employer to avoid the vicarious liability for the unauthorised actions of its employee. Tue, 04 Dec 2007 04:30:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/employer_held_vicariously_liable.jsp 2007-12-04T04:30:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_hurdles_for_australian_companies_recruiting_from_overseas.jsp Foreign employment markets are no panacea for the domestic skills shortage, particularly given the current and looming regulatory requirements faced by employers with no other short term options. Mon, 03 Dec 2007 23:56:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/new_hurdles_for_australian_companies_recruiting_from_overseas.jsp 2007-12-03T23:56:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/mining_lease_now_follows_project_approvals_regardless.jsp On 16 November 2007 the Supreme Court handed down its decision in Ulan Coal Mines Limited v Minister for Mineral Resources & Moolarben Coal Mines Pty Ltd. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 23:26:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/mining_lease_now_follows_project_approvals_regardless.jsp 2007-11-21T23:26:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/property_developers_targeted_by_the_epa_caution_caution_caution.jsp A series of prosecutions by the Queensland Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) demonstrates that all property developers have to be ever cautious.. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 03:25:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/property_developers_targeted_by_the_epa_caution_caution_caution.jsp 2007-11-19T03:25:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/no_good_faith_exemption_from_criminal_liability_for_council_staff_council_manager_convicted_of_environment_offence.jsp The recent Land & Environment Court decision in Garrett v Freeman (No. 4) [2007] NSWLEC 389 is a warning to Council management staff. Tue, 06 Nov 2007 05:46:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/no_good_faith_exemption_from_criminal_liability_for_council_staff_council_manager_convicted_of_environment_offence.jsp 2007-11-06T05:46:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/fraud_on_the_market_a_new_frontier_for_corporate_class_actions.jsp The recent CAMAC Discussion Paper into the High Court decision in Sons of Gwalia and/or the Aristocrat Leisure class action is likely to pave the way for a significant increase in class actions arising from company disclosure obligations Tue, 06 Nov 2007 01:06:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/fraud_on_the_market_a_new_frontier_for_corporate_class_actions.jsp 2007-11-06T01:06:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/federal_governments_uniform_reporting_mechanism_the_first_step_towards_a_national_emission_trading_scheme.jsp Federal Parliament recently confirmed its commitment to the establishment of a national emission trading scheme, with the commencement of the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 (Cth) (‘the Act’) on 29 September 2007. Mon, 05 Nov 2007 05:18:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/federal_governments_uniform_reporting_mechanism_the_first_step_towards_a_national_emission_trading_scheme.jsp 2007-11-05T05:18:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_intellectual_property_principles_for_australian_government_agencies.jsp On 11 May 2007 the Commonwealth Attorney-General released the Intellectual Property Principles for Australian Government Agencies (the IP Principles) applying to Commonwealth agencies and to be implemented by 1 July 2008. Thu, 01 Nov 2007 01:43:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_intellectual_property_principles_for_australian_government_agencies.jsp 2007-11-01T01:43:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/calling_all_witnesses_a_recent_medical_negligence_decision_reviewed.jsp A recent medical negligence decision shows what can happen if not all relevant witnesses are ready to give evidence. Fri, 26 Oct 2007 04:37:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/calling_all_witnesses_a_recent_medical_negligence_decision_reviewed.jsp 2007-10-26T04:37:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/proposed_amendments_under_the_protection_of_the_environment_operations_scheduled_activities_and_waste_regulations.jsp The Department of Environment & Climate Change (DECC) has released a public consultation draft of the proposed amendments to Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulations Thu, 18 Oct 2007 01:05:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/proposed_amendments_under_the_protection_of_the_environment_operations_scheduled_activities_and_waste_regulations.jsp 2007-10-18T01:05:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/inhouse_counsel_an_onerous_privilege.jsp A recent decision of the Federal Court has again confirmed the heavy onus being placed on parties seeking to claim legal professional privilege in respect of documents or communications involving in-house counsel. Mon, 15 Oct 2007 04:06:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/inhouse_counsel_an_onerous_privilege.jsp 2007-10-15T04:06:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/look_before_you_leap_high_court_considers_obvious_risk_defence_in_diving_case.jsp The High Court decision in Roads and Traffic Authority of NSW v Dederer [2007] provides a useful insight into how the courts are treating cases with arguments centred on obvious risk and breach of duty of care Wed, 26 Sep 2007 23:44:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/look_before_you_leap_high_court_considers_obvious_risk_defence_in_diving_case.jsp 2007-09-26T23:44:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/asic_v_citigroup.jsp Lessons for private and public sector clients and for probity practitioners Mon, 17 Sep 2007 23:31:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/asic_v_citigroup.jsp 2007-09-17T23:31:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/accc_v_baxter_health_care.jsp Derivative Crown Immunity dies a slow death Mon, 17 Sep 2007 06:00:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/accc_v_baxter_health_care.jsp 2007-09-17T06:00:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/migration_amendment_act_2007.jsp Recent amendments to the Migration Act 1958 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 02:30:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/migration_amendment_act_2007.jsp 2007-09-12T02:30:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/verdict_for_defendant_in_proceedings_involving_intoxicated_pedestrian.jsp The case provides a useful analysis of the law in a factual context in which it was found that the driver was not in breach her duty of care to a pedestrian. Tue, 11 Sep 2007 05:45:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/verdict_for_defendant_in_proceedings_involving_intoxicated_pedestrian.jsp 2007-09-11T05:45:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/order_in_respect_of_costs.jsp In what circumstances can the Workers Compensation Commission order a worker’s solicitors to pay the costs of the Respondent? Mon, 10 Sep 2007 01:55:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/order_in_respect_of_costs.jsp 2007-09-10T01:55:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/law_reform_to_impact_insolvency_administration.jsp The Corporations Amendment (Insolvency) Act 2007 (the Amendment Act) introduces a number of changes to Chapter 5 of the Corporations Act 2001 (the Act). The changes modernise Australia’s insolvency laws and will impact on most insolvencies. Mon, 03 Sep 2007 03:44:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/law_reform_to_impact_insolvency_administration.jsp 2007-09-03T03:44:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/compensation_under_the_mining_act.jsp The Mining Act 1992 (the Mining Act) outlines the compensation rights for landholders affected by the grant of a mining lease and the hurdles faced by a mining company in gaining access to land. Fri, 17 Aug 2007 05:36:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/compensation_under_the_mining_act.jsp 2007-08-17T05:36:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/state_environmental_planning_policy_mining.jsp State Environmental Planning Policy (Mining, Petroleum Production and Extractive Industries) 2007 (Mining SEPP) commenced on 16 February 2007 Fri, 17 Aug 2007 04:33:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/state_environmental_planning_policy_mining.jsp 2007-08-17T04:33:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_changes_to_the_regulation_of_subsidence_approval_emplacement_area_approvals_and_rehabilitation_security_deposits_for_coal_mining.jsp New legislation and policy decisions by the Department of Primary Industries have altered the regulation of coal operations in NSW Fri, 17 Aug 2007 03:57:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_changes_to_the_regulation_of_subsidence_approval_emplacement_area_approvals_and_rehabilitation_security_deposits_for_coal_mining.jsp 2007-08-17T03:57:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/maximising_water_entitlements_for_mining_operations.jsp In these times of reduced water allocations, mining operations need to maximise the utilisation of their water entitlements under the Water Management Act 2000 Fri, 17 Aug 2007 03:56:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/maximising_water_entitlements_for_mining_operations.jsp 2007-08-17T03:56:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/nsw_court_of_appeal_decision_duty_of_good_faith.jsp The Court of Appeal held that neither a tortious nor contractual duty to 'act in good faith' exists in Australian law Tue, 14 Aug 2007 05:29:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/nsw_court_of_appeal_decision_duty_of_good_faith.jsp 2007-08-14T05:29:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/relevant_medical_speciality.jsp In a recent appeal decision Deputy President Bill Roche has commented on what the phrase "relevant medical speciality" means in relation to the WorkCover Guides for the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/relevant_medical_speciality.jsp 2007-08-14T00:00:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/brescia_win_confirms_test_for_reasonable_precautions.jsp Sparke Helmore recently acted successfully for Brescia Furniture Pty Limited in proceedings in the Supreme Court of New South Wales against QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited. Wed, 08 Aug 2007 04:01:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/brescia_win_confirms_test_for_reasonable_precautions.jsp 2007-08-08T04:01:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/what_is_a_most_extreme_case.jsp A comparative review of decisions under Section 16 of the Civil Liability Act Mon, 09 Jul 2007 02:45:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/what_is_a_most_extreme_case.jsp 2007-07-09T02:45:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/alcohol_liability_claims.jsp The advent of tort reform and the resultant drop in personal injury related claims has seen some plaintiff lawyers look to other potentially rich seams of litigation. One of those areas is liability relating to alcohol. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 02:27:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/alcohol_liability_claims.jsp 2007-07-09T02:27:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/changes_to_the_protection_of_the_environment_operations_act.jsp Major changes to the Protection of the Environment Operations Act (POEO Act) are now part of the law following the commencement of amendments passed through parliament in 2005. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 01:25:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/changes_to_the_protection_of_the_environment_operations_act.jsp 2007-07-09T01:25:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/what_does_the_lower_hunter_regional_strategy_mean_for_development_assessment_in_the_lower_hunter.jsp The Minister for Planning, the Hon. Frank Sartor, released the Lower Hunter Regional Strategy on 18 October 2006. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:33:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/what_does_the_lower_hunter_regional_strategy_mean_for_development_assessment_in_the_lower_hunter.jsp 2007-07-09T00:33:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/court_of_appeal_considers_scope_of_economic_impacts_under_s79c.jsp The Court of Appeal in Randall Pty Ltd v Willoughby City Council (“Randall”) examined the proper construction of the term ‘economic impacts’ in s79C(1) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (“the Act”). Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:33:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/court_of_appeal_considers_scope_of_economic_impacts_under_s79c.jsp 2007-07-09T00:33:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/proposed_legislation_to_drag_councils_into_tree_disputes.jsp On 7 August 2006, an exposure draft of the Trees (Disputes between neighbours) Bill 2006 (“the Bill”) was released for comment. Fri, 06 Jul 2007 07:08:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/proposed_legislation_to_drag_councils_into_tree_disputes.jsp 2007-07-06T07:08:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/vairy_v_wyong_shire_council_2005_hca_62.jsp The High Court’s decision of Vairy v Wyong Shire Council [2005] HCA 62 (“Vairy”) has clarified the nature and extent of a local authority’s duty to participants in physical recreational activities within its boundaries. Fri, 06 Jul 2007 05:57:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/vairy_v_wyong_shire_council_2005_hca_62.jsp 2007-07-06T05:57:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/injured_professional_surfer_a_claim_for_economic_loss.jsp Reardon-Smith v Allianz Australia Insurance Ltd [2007] QCA. Economic loss claims involving professional sports people can be substantial and extremely difficult to assess. Fri, 06 Jul 2007 03:01:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/injured_professional_surfer_a_claim_for_economic_loss.jsp 2007-07-06T03:01:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/national_cross_border_legislation_will_the_courts_agree.jsp After taking ten years to agree, in April 2007 the Australian States and Territories finally agreed to introduce uniform legislation regarding cross border claims. Mon, 25 Jun 2007 05:20:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/national_cross_border_legislation_will_the_courts_agree.jsp 2007-06-25T05:20:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/what_evidence_does_a_professional_need_to_rely_on_the_peer_acceptance_defence.jsp A recent decision of the Supreme Court of NSW has shown how the peer acceptance defence operates under the Civil Liability Act 2000 (NSW) and the evidence required to establish a breach of duty of care. Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:23:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/what_evidence_does_a_professional_need_to_rely_on_the_peer_acceptance_defence.jsp 2007-06-20T00:23:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/controversial_decision_on_directors_deeds_overturned_by_court_of_appeal.jsp Decision highlights need for caution when wording directors’ indemnities. Tue, 12 Jun 2007 05:40:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/controversial_decision_on_directors_deeds_overturned_by_court_of_appeal.jsp 2007-06-12T05:40:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/supreme_court_limits_directors_duties.jsp The Supreme Court of New South Wales has held that the directors of a listed company involved in raising capital from the market did not owe a common law duty of care to the subscribers. Tue, 12 Jun 2007 04:57:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/supreme_court_limits_directors_duties.jsp 2007-06-12T04:57:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/more_barriers_to_comcare.jsp More barriers to comcare: Retrospective laws to penalise good employers? Thu, 07 Jun 2007 05:56:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/more_barriers_to_comcare.jsp 2007-06-07T05:56:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/should_the_company_car_be_included_in_average_weekly_earnings.jsp When should a company car be included in average weekly earnings and what value should it be given? Thu, 24 May 2007 07:30:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/should_the_company_car_be_included_in_average_weekly_earnings.jsp 2007-05-24T07:30:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/electronic_auctions_using_technology_to_promote_value_for_money.jsp In one of the first cases of its type in Australia, Sparke Helmore acted as the probity advisor in respect of an electronic auction for the Victorian Government. Thu, 17 May 2007 23:45:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/electronic_auctions_using_technology_to_promote_value_for_money.jsp 2007-05-17T23:45:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/have_you_considered_your_liability_vic.jsp Proportionate Liability in Victoria Wed, 16 May 2007 00:02:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/have_you_considered_your_liability_vic.jsp 2007-05-16T00:02:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/medical_appeals_panel_can_you_appeal_their_decisions.jsp The role of Approved Medical specialists (AMS') is crucial in determining rights between parties Fri, 11 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/medical_appeals_panel_can_you_appeal_their_decisions.jsp 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/section_81_admissions_revisited_the_nominal_defendant_v_gabriel_and_anor.jsp The NSW Court of Appeal recently re-visited the question of whether an insurer could withdraw an admission of liability under Section 81 of the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 ("MACA"). Wed, 02 May 2007 02:10:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/section_81_admissions_revisited_the_nominal_defendant_v_gabriel_and_anor.jsp 2007-05-02T02:10:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/keeping_the_dog_on_the_leash_how_to_defend_an_animal_attack_claim.jsp In Queensland, the law relating to the liability of an animal keeper is found at common law Tue, 01 May 2007 05:11:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/keeping_the_dog_on_the_leash_how_to_defend_an_animal_attack_claim.jsp 2007-05-01T05:11:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/use_of_projected_life_tables_and_contributory_negligence_on_s45_and_s83_payments_affirmed.jsp High Court Decision 19 April 2007: Golden Eagle International Trading Pty Ltd & Anor v Yu Zhang by his Tutor the Protective Commissioner & Anor Mon, 30 Apr 2007 23:37:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/use_of_projected_life_tables_and_contributory_negligence_on_s45_and_s83_payments_affirmed.jsp 2007-04-30T23:37:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/are_you_risking_best_practice_corporate_governance.jsp ASX Good Corporate Governance Principles under review Tue, 17 Apr 2007 22:39:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/are_you_risking_best_practice_corporate_governance.jsp 2007-04-17T22:39:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/workers_compensation_amendment_transitional_regulation_2007.jsp The Regulation, gazetted on 23 February 2007 effectively opens the door to a number of workers previously denied access to common law damages and lump sum statutory compensation Mon, 16 Apr 2007 01:56:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/workers_compensation_amendment_transitional_regulation_2007.jsp 2007-04-16T01:56:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/section_60_expenses_when_are_they_payable.jsp Does the Commission have the power to order payment of medical expenses which have not yet been incurred? Thu, 05 Apr 2007 02:15:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/section_60_expenses_when_are_they_payable.jsp 2007-04-05T02:15:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/have_you_considered_your_liability.jsp Proportionate Liability in NSW Fri, 23 Mar 2007 02:47:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/have_you_considered_your_liability.jsp 2007-03-23T02:47:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/court_of_appeal_signals_new_approach_to_characterisation_of_designated_development.jsp Court of Appeal signals new approach to characterisation of designated development Thu, 01 Mar 2007 04:43:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/court_of_appeal_signals_new_approach_to_characterisation_of_designated_development.jsp 2007-03-01T04:43:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recoveries_the_dangers_of_hindsight_reasoning.jsp The dangers of hindsight reasoning in determining breach of duty of care Mon, 19 Feb 2007 03:24:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recoveries_the_dangers_of_hindsight_reasoning.jsp 2007-02-19T03:24:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/high_court_to_review_crown_contractors_immunity.jsp Traditionally, contractors to the Crown have been in a favoured position Thu, 01 Feb 2007 03:24:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/high_court_to_review_crown_contractors_immunity.jsp 2007-02-01T03:24:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/high_court_challenge_to_regulators_use_of_royal_commission_evidence_unsuccessful.jsp On 21 February 2007 the High Court unanimously dismissed an appeal by a foreign re-insurer Thu, 01 Feb 2007 03:23:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/high_court_challenge_to_regulators_use_of_royal_commission_evidence_unsuccessful.jsp 2007-02-01T03:23:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/sons_of_gwalia_ltd_landmark_decision.jsp Good for Shareholders - Bad for Creditors Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:48:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/sons_of_gwalia_ltd_landmark_decision.jsp 2007-02-01T02:48:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_new_biodiversity_offset_scheme.jsp What does “Biobanking” mean for Development in NSW? Mon, 01 Jan 2007 03:40:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_new_biodiversity_offset_scheme.jsp 2007-01-01T03:40:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/guidance_on_the_peer_acceptance_test.jsp Halverson (by His Tutor) v Dobler Mon, 01 Jan 2007 03:25:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/guidance_on_the_peer_acceptance_test.jsp 2007-01-01T03:25:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/before_school_care.jsp What constitutes adequate supervision? Fri, 01 Dec 2006 03:25:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/before_school_care.jsp 2006-12-01T03:25:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_developments_in_security_of_payment.jsp Decisions dealing with the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 Wed, 01 Nov 2006 03:26:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_developments_in_security_of_payment.jsp 2006-11-01T03:26:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/medical_malpractice_update.jsp A report on medical indemnity trends over the last decade confirms there are surprising results for some specialties Sun, 01 Oct 2006 04:28:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/medical_malpractice_update.jsp 2006-10-01T04:28:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/corporate_duties_below_board_level.jsp What do your indemnities cover? Sun, 01 Oct 2006 04:27:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/corporate_duties_below_board_level.jsp 2006-10-01T04:27:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/thou_canute_combine.jsp Compensation for permanent impairment from subsequent injuries Sun, 01 Oct 2006 04:27:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/thou_canute_combine.jsp 2006-10-01T04:27:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/insurance_update.jsp Focus on Liability Fri, 01 Sep 2006 04:38:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/insurance_update.jsp 2006-09-01T04:38:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/when_attack_is_a_form_of_defence.jsp Directors and Officers liability Fri, 01 Sep 2006 04:38:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/when_attack_is_a_form_of_defence.jsp 2006-09-01T04:38:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/legal_professional_privilege_and_the_awb_decision.jsp The AWB Ltd v Cole decision on 18 September 2006 Fri, 01 Sep 2006 04:33:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/legal_professional_privilege_and_the_awb_decision.jsp 2006-09-01T04:33:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_decisions_in_nsw_september_2006.jsp Can Electronic Control Units Play a Role in Liability Determinations and An Insurer's Right to a Hearing De Novo Fri, 01 Sep 2006 04:33:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_decisions_in_nsw_september_2006.jsp 2006-09-01T04:33:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_case_to_make_or_break_the_foi_act.jsp A significant High Court decision on freedom of information Fri, 01 Sep 2006 04:31:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_case_to_make_or_break_the_foi_act.jsp 2006-09-01T04:31:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_rise_of_corporate_class_actions_in_australia.jsp An American style litigation explosion? Fri, 01 Sep 2006 04:28:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/the_rise_of_corporate_class_actions_in_australia.jsp 2006-09-01T04:28:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/legislative_amendments_to_the_accident_compensation_act_victoria.jsp On 25 July 2006, the Accident Compensation and Other Legislation (Amendment) Act 2006 received Royal Assent Tue, 01 Aug 2006 04:39:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/legislative_amendments_to_the_accident_compensation_act_victoria.jsp 2006-08-01T04:39:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/heavy_penalties_and_imprisonment_for_destruction_of_documents_required_for_proceedings.jsp The Crimes (Document Destruction) Act 2006 (Vic) Sat, 01 Jul 2006 04:44:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/heavy_penalties_and_imprisonment_for_destruction_of_documents_required_for_proceedings.jsp 2006-07-01T04:44:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recovery_of_costs_for_producing_documents_under_subpoena.jsp We regularly advise clients who have been served with a subpoena to produce documents in Court proceedings in which they are not directly involved Sat, 01 Jul 2006 04:44:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recovery_of_costs_for_producing_documents_under_subpoena.jsp 2006-07-01T04:44:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_july_2006.jsp Recent decisions round-up Sat, 01 Jul 2006 04:41:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_july_2006.jsp 2006-07-01T04:41:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/liquidated_damages_a_good_risk_management_tool_june_2006.jsp Liquidated damages, a good risk management tool Thu, 01 Jun 2006 04:49:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/liquidated_damages_a_good_risk_management_tool_june_2006.jsp 2006-06-01T04:49:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/civil_liability_amendment_act_2006.jsp The Return of Sullivan v Gordon Damages Thu, 01 Jun 2006 01:37:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/civil_liability_amendment_act_2006.jsp 2006-06-01T01:37:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/liquidated_damages_a_good_risk_management_tool_may_2006.jsp The Law of Contract has developed over the centuries for use in the market economy Mon, 01 May 2006 04:46:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/liquidated_damages_a_good_risk_management_tool_may_2006.jsp 2006-05-01T04:46:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/loss_of_legal_professional_privilege.jsp Loss of legal professional privilege - media statements and other public announcements Wed, 01 Mar 2006 03:50:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/loss_of_legal_professional_privilege.jsp 2006-03-01T03:50:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/probity_news_february_2006.jsp In some projects, there are clear benefits to the State in having a more active interface between the project team and the tenderers, even during a tender process Wed, 01 Feb 2006 03:51:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/probity_news_february_2006.jsp 2006-02-01T03:51:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/important_changes_to_case_management_procedures_for_district_court_matters.jsp NSW courts recently adopted a Uniform Civil Procedure code which is effective from 15 August 2005 Thu, 01 Sep 2005 04:54:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/important_changes_to_case_management_procedures_for_district_court_matters.jsp 2005-09-01T04:54:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_september_2005.jsp Recent Administrative Appeals Tribunal and Federal Court decisions Thu, 01 Sep 2005 03:52:00 GMT http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/recent_aat_and_federal_court_decisions_september_2005.jsp 2005-09-01T03:52:00Z http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/legal_update_costs_in_class_1_proceedings_in_the_land_and_environment_court.jsp The NSW Court of Appeal has recently clarified the issue of costs in Class 1 matters before the Land and Environment Court in Port Stephens Council v Jeffrey Sansom [2007] NSWCA 299 (‘Sansom’). http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/legal_update_costs_in_class_1_proceedings_in_the_land_and_environment_court.jsp http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/will_slow_and_steady_win_the_race_prime_minister_announces_national_emissions_trading_scheme.jsp The Prime Minister John Howard’s acceptance recently of recommendations of the Task Group report on a national greenhouse gas (‘GHG’) emissions trading scheme presents opportunities and challenges for Australian business. http://www.sparke.com.au/sparke/news/publications/will_slow_and_steady_win_the_race_prime_minister_announces_national_emissions_trading_scheme.jsp