Insights
The importance of identifying the correct applicant in Australian trade mark applications
When preparing a trade mark application, a significant amount of attention is often given to the drafting of the specification of goods and services. Whilst the goods and service classification is important, care should also be taken to ensure all other details...
Sven Burchartz wins Litigation Partner of the Year Award
Sven Burchartz, Senior Partner of Kalus Kenny Intelex, has been recognised in the Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards as the winner of the Litigation award. These prestigious national awards recognise the accomplishments, innovation, and professional development...
5 things to think about before starting a new business
Starting a new business venture is undoubtedly an exciting (and sometimes, overwhelming!) time in your life. Whether you are thinking about starting your very first business or looking to set up your next business venture, here are 5 key considerations that you should...
Is the dream of home ownership actually realised under the Homebuyer Fund?
The Victorian Government recently introduced a new Homebuyer Fund, being a $500 million shared equity scheme to address the housing affordability issue and assist Victorian’s to buy a home. Under the scheme, ‘eligible homebuyers’ will receive: up to 25% contribution...
Is your trade mark sufficiently distinctive?
Is your trade mark descriptive or distinctive? In order to register your (or your business’s) trade mark with IP Australia (the agency responsible for administering intellectual property rights in Australia) and, in turn, to strengthen your brand protection, you must...
Retailers – don’t get caught out breaching consumer law in your Black Friday sales
Media outlets are reporting that this year’s sale season is shaping up to be bigger than ever, in light of overstocked retailers and pent-up demand or ‘revenge spending’ among consumers. With retailers already starting to promote their Black Friday discounts in...
How much more taxing can our precious property industry withstand?
“I have never been one to increase a tax simply for the thrill of it”. These are the words of Tim Pallas. Yet, I recently felt intrigued to spend some time analysing the new property taxes which have been introduced since the Andrew’s Labour government was elected in...
Who’s liable for adverse reactions to COVID-19 vaccinations?
With COVID-19 mandatory vaccination directions sweeping across Australia, one important question remains a constant: Who’s liable if someone has an adverse reaction to a COVID-19 vaccine while mandatory directions are enforced? No Fault COVID-19 Indemnity Scheme On 28...
Do you need a Director ID?
Commencing this month, all directors of Australian companies will be required to verify their identity and obtain a ‘Director Identification Number’ (Director ID), as part of the Australian Government’s ‘Modernising Business Registers (MBR) Program’. Background Last...
How can sporting organisations preserve and protect their valuable brands?
The goodwill associated with a successful sports brand can be one of the most valuable commercial assets for sporting organisations. It is essential that appropriate steps be taken to protect those brands, and to preserve their associated value. There are a number of...
Reopening today? Are you aware of your new obligations?
With the lockdown ending, the Victorian Government has introduced a new set of requirements, under the ‘Open Premises Directions’. The content of the new directions was not made available until around midnight last night, meaning many businesses opening today will be...
Should you be using a developer entity?
We are often asked by our developer clients about the benefits of interposing a developer entity between a land owning entity and purchasers in a development. There are many benefits of using a developer entity in development projects. Under this commonly used...