August 2011 Newsletter
In our August issue
Protecting Your Intellectual Property From Trading Risks
Running a business has its risks – the ultimate being the entity going out of business and having to shut up shop. The recent recession increased such a risk for many businesses with some being unable to cope with the economic pressures and consequently becoming insolvent.
Alcohol Reform Bill
The Alcohol Reform Bill (the ‘Bill’), if passed by Parliament, will repeal and replace the Sale of Liquor Act 1989. While many of the provisions of the Sale of Liquor Act 1989 are carried over, the Bill proposes a major revamp of our primary liquor laws.
Crimes Amendment Bill No. 2 – Protection of Children
The Crimes Amendment Bill (no. 2) (the ‘Bill’) was introduced to Parliament by the Minister of Justice on 12 April 2011. Among other issues contained in the Bill, one of the major areas of proposed change relates to the protection of children. The Bill seeks to significantly alter the current legislation as it pertains to child abuse and imposes greater expectations on adults who are in contact with children and vulnerable adults alike.
The Unit Titles Act 2010
The Unit Titles Act 2010 (the ‘2010 Act’) came into force on 20 June 2011 and replaced the Unit Titles Act 1972. The 2010 Act contains material changes from its predecessor and is now the principal authority pertaining to the establishment and management of developments such as apartment blocks, multi-layered commercial spaces and flats.
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