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New Judicial Guidelines for the use of Artificial Intelligence in Court proceedings in NSW
A solicitor in Victoria was recently referred for disciplinary action when he used Generative Artificial Intelligence (‘Gen AI’) technology to…
What can a recent case tell us about proceedings and the “Policy Defence” in the ACT?
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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…
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…
Pursuing personal advantage: an age old story
Hakea Holdings Pty Ltd v McGrath (No 2) [2022] FCA 995 This case considers the liability of directors who pursue…
Help, my employer is suing me for negligence!
Beri Distributors Pty Ltd v Mossensons Pty Ltd [2022] WADC 30 Key takeaways Professionals are liable to repay fees to…
Listen to the experts: Chatoor v Health Care Complaints Commission of NSW [2020] NSWCA 111
The NSW Court of Appeal (“NSWCA”) recently overturned a decision of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (“the Tribunal”) in…
A warning to health practitioners: is your professional indemnity insurance in place?
The Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has sent a loud message to all health practitioners to actively check that…
Claims Against International Airlines
When has an ‘Accident’ occurred? Does a failure to provide water during a flight constitute an ‘accident’? Key takeaways An…
Ask for help, and ask early – advice for surviving an AHPRA notification
Meridian Lawyers regularly assists health practitioners who have been the subject of notification to statutory health authorities such as AHPRA,…