PFAS (Per-and poly fluoroalkyl substances), nicknamed ‘forever chemicals’ are comprised of more than 14000 synthetic chemicals. Usage extends from non-stick…
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Navigating the rules: Setting up a PBS pharmacy in a large medical centre
In this article, originally published in the September/October 2025 edition of Australasian Pharmacy, Meridian Lawyers Consultant Georgina Odell outlines the…
Unlocking your opportunities – Buying a pharmacy business
One of the greatest opportunities open to Australian registered pharmacists is the ability to purchase your own pharmacy business. Owning…
Starting & Finishing Strong: Pharmacists and body corporates – the pros and cons from a tax and legal point of view
Pharmacists’ body corporates have grown in popularity since restrictions around their uses were removed many years ago. In this article,…
Starting & Finishing Strong: Pharmacy law and tax structures – 4 essential strategies to protect your pharmacy business
One of the centrepieces of structuring a business is designing efficient tax structures tailored to its unique circumstances. In the…
Privacy Awareness Week 2024 | Understanding transparency, accountability and security
Privacy Awareness Week (PAW) 2024 is an annual campaign led by the Australian privacy regulator, the Office of the Australian…
The case against ChatGPT: Warnings against an AI-generated testimony
The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly rising across the legal profession. While there are benefits in saving time…
Cyber Security Awareness Month – Are you cyber aware?
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM). CSAM is an annual reminder for Australians to stay safe online and protect…
Are the Australian Privacy Reforms on your radar?
The Australian privacy landscape is changing. In December 2022, amendments came into force to amend the Privacy Act 1998 (Cth)…
Proposed reforms to strengthen the unfair contract term regime in standard form contracts under the Australian Consumer Law
The Treasury Laws Amendment (enhancing Tax Integrity and Supporting Business Investment) Bill 2022 has been introduced into Federal Parliament and,…
ACCC alleges SmileDirectClub misled consumers regarding health insurance reimbursements for clear teeth aligners
On 12 July 2021, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) instituted proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia against…