Intellectual Property Law and Copyright Laws

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The dispute started back in 2009 following the spread of singer, Katy Perry’s, popularity internationally as a result of her live performances and her music being played...

Large corporates have taken big slices of the e-commerce retail pie, but Amazon stands out as a company committed to protecting the intellectual property rights of its sellers, and even its non-sellers.

Pactitioners must adapt to process changes within IP systems, as well as be mindful of the implications of tech on their practices.

Learn how existing laws apply and how to safeguard your organisation's IP rights.

Relevance of IP in the construction sector and highlight common issues that can arise when IP rights are not clearly understood or properly managed.

Franchising in Australia operates under a well-developed legal regime. The Franchising Code of Conduct, which has the force of law under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), sets minimum standards for disclosure, franchise agreements, and the conduct of the franchise relationship.

It has been reported that actors Matthew McConaughey and Sir Michael Caine have each signed a deal with AI audio company, ElevenLabs, allowing for the creation of AI-generated versions of their voices. These agreements follow on from a recent trend in Hollywood for celebrity partnerships with AI-generative tech companies, which now includes the likes of Dame Judi Dench and Kristen Bell who both partnered with Meta in 2024 for the use of their voices.

The Federal Court of Australia has delivered a landmark decision in McCallum v Projector Films, finding that general moral rights waivers for copyright works are not enforceable.

For 2026 planning, apple businesses must prioritise licensed access and strict PBR compliance across the supply chain as branded variety programs dominate the market.

Pactitioners must adapt to process changes within IP systems, as well as be mindful of the implications of tech on their practices.

Learn how existing laws apply and how to safeguard your organisation's IP rights.