Novation of Contract in Australia
Novation of Contract in Australia Novation of contract is a well-established but frequently misunderstood mechanism in Australian contract law. It is commonly encountered in commercial
Novation of Contract in Australia Novation of contract is a well-established but frequently misunderstood mechanism in Australian contract law. It is commonly encountered in commercial
What Does “Contract Repudiation” Really Mean? Contract repudiation is a foundational concept in Australian contract law, but it is also one of the most frequently
The Function and Purpose of Pleadings and Particulars The function and purpose of pleadings under the UCPR is settled, strict, and foundational to the integrity
Striking out Pleadings and Particulars Striking out pleadings and particulars is a procedural mechanism under the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 1999 (Qld) (“UCPR”) that enables
Defence of Absolute Privilege in Defamation Defamation law seeks to strike a balance between the protection of individual reputation and the preservation of free and
Domestic Violence and Defamation Domestic violence and defamation proceedings require applicants to allege violence, coercive control, intimidation, stalking, or threats. These allegations are serious and,
On 14 October 2025, the Queensland Government introduced the Defamation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 to modernise the State’s 2005 Act and align it
What Is Injurious Falsehood? At common law, the tort of injurious falsehood arises where a false statement is published about or affecting a commercial business,
Innuendo in Defamation Innuendo in defamation refers to a defamatory meaning that goes beyond the literal interpretation of the words published. This usually arises where
Why Writing “Alleged” Isn’t a Safe Harbour The use of the word “alleged” has long been misunderstood as a protective device in defamation law. Many
What is a Default Judgment in Defamation? A default judgment in a defamation proceeding arises when a defendant fails to take the basic procedural steps
Damages in Commercial Litigation Damages in commercial litigation are a monetary award intended to compensate a party for loss or harm resulting from the wrongful
Vexatious Litigant under the Vexatious Proceedings Act 2005 Vexatious litigation poses a serious challenge to the administration of justice in Queensland. While access to the
Innocent Dissemination Defence in Defamation The defence of innocent dissemination plays a crucial role in defamation law in Queensland, Australia. It protects individuals and organisations
Damages in Defamation Claims Damages in defamation claims are monetary awards intended to compensate a plaintiff for harm to their reputation caused by a defamatory
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