Allens Arthur Robinson In brief: The Full Court of the Federal Court has overturned an earlier decision that servingware maker Bodum’s reputation in its ‘Chambord’ coffee plunger was ‘distinctly tied’ to its Bodum name. Partner Tim Golder (view CV) and Senior Associate Anna Thorburn report on this latest decision. Background The decision Secondary meaning or [...]

Allens Arthur Robinson A high-stakes patents war between the world’s leading smartphone and tablet companies is currently taking place. Partner Chris Bird speaks to Boardroom Radio about the issues surrounding the current battle and what it means for consumers. To hear Chris’s interview, go to http://www.aar.com.au/med/audio.htm Reproduced with permission of Allens Arthur Robinson and in [...]

Allens Arthur Robinson In brief: A recent decision of the Supreme Court of New South Wales highlights the importance of assessing the limits on rights of contribution when issuing insurance policies. Partner Dean Carrigan (view CV), Senior Associate Philip Hopley and Lawyer Patricia Abordo report. Background The referral The decision Comment Reproduced with permission of [...]

Allens Arthur Robinson In this issue: We look at a case in which an executive’s termination was held to have been lawful; a development in the test for distinguishing between employees and independent contractors; new Victorian anti-bullying legislation; enforcement of a post-employment restraint; company director liability for underpayment of wages; protected action ballot orders and [...]

Allens Arthur Robinson The Federal Court has handed down a record penalty for misleading advertising. Partner David Brewster speaks to Boardroom Radio about the court’s reasoning and the implications for business. To hear David’s interview, go to http://www.aar.com.au/med/audio.htm   Reproduced with permission of Allens Arthur Robinson and in accordance with their terms of use.

Allens Arthur Robinson In brief: The Full Federal Court has unanimously overturned a controversial decision concerning patent infringement, holding that commonsense should prevail when approaching the construction of patent claims. Ordinary words in claims should be given their plain and ordinary meaning, as a person skilled in the art would understand them. Partner Chris Bird [...]