A guide to patents
A patent is a type of intellectual property. It is a legal right for an invention, which may be a device, substance, or method. Registration of a patent provides legal protection which prevents other parties from using the patent.
Privity of contract
Privity of contract is a legal concept which states that only parties to a contract can enforce or be bound by its terms. This means that although performance of a contract may result in a benefit or burden to a third party to the contract, the third party cannot enforce the contract nor be subject […]
Intellectual property law: protecting your designs
A design is a type of intellectual property. Registration of a design provides legal protection which prevents other parties from using the design.
Insolvency and bankruptcy in construction
Insolvency or bankruptcy of a party in a construction project can have serious implications and raise difficult legal issues.
Indemnity clauses in construction contracts
An indemnity clause contains a promise to keep a party free from harm or ensure they suffer no loss in particular circumstances. An indemnity clauses in a construction contract is often the most heavily negotiated part of the contract due to its significant commercial consequences.
Domain name disputes
Domain name disputes arise when a person attempts to register a domain name (website address) for their business or trademark, and someone has already registered that name. Remedies are available via Australian and international dispute resolution policies, and and/or court proceedings.
