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From Lipstick to Medicine: The Legal Line Between Cosmetic and Therapeutic Products
Sharon Givoni Consulting Retail and fashion Law
Are you confused about the difference between therapeutic goods and cosmetics? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. While the terms may sound similar, they are governed by different laws and regulations in Australia. In this blog post, we’ll break down the differences and explain why it’s important to get it right. Firstly, let’s define what a […]
The law around refunds in Australia: Some tips for online businesses
Sharon Givoni Consulting Consumer Law, Internet Law
Refunds are an important aspect of consumer protection in Australia, and it is crucial for businesses to be aware of their legal obligations when it comes to offering refunds to customers. This blog explores some of the legal considerations that apply when giving a refund in Australia, including the impact of Australian Consumer Law, the […]
Copyright or wrong? Important issues that writers need to consider.
Sharon Givoni Consulting Internet Law
For writers, copyright law can play a significant role in protecting their original works and ensuring they receive appropriate recognition and compensation for their efforts. Under Australian copyright law, copyright protects the original expression of ideas, rather than the ideas themselves. This means that while ideas themselves cannot be copyrighted, the particular way in which […]
Pretty people and smiling faces: Understanding the Legal Risks of Paid Influencer Marketing
Sharon Givoni Consulting Internet Law, Social Media
It has been said that influencers offer a level of trust and authenticity that traditional advertising can’t match. It can drive brand success by increasing reach and engagement: make the product appear more credible and even be cost effective especially for small to medium businesses. However, there is another consideration as well which that using […]
Locked Out of a Social Media Account & Defamation
Sharon Givoni Consulting Internet Law, Social Media
The words we use. AI and social media: Hate speech, defamation and algorithms. Platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter are increasingly using artificial intelligence technology to help stop the spread of hateful speech on their networks. Often referred to as “offensive speech detection algorithms”, the point of the software is to flag racist or violent […]
The Grace Period and Designs Law – What is it and why does it matter?
Sharon Givoni Consulting Design Law, Protecting ideas
If you are an industrial designer, and create product designs for a range of consumer goods and industrial products, such as appliances, furniture, toys, cars, surface designs, containers, furniture, fashion design and sporting goods, to name few, then you need to read this article. First and foremost, design protection is one of the best ways […]
Amelia won a car in an online lottery, but it was taken away. Here’s what to look for if you’re entering a raffle
Sharon Givoni Consulting Consumer Law
From buying a raffle ticket in support of your local footy club, or dreaming of winning a multi-million-dollar lottery, trying your luck can be alluring. But beyond the luck element, there are strict rules across Australia designed to make sure there’s a level of fairness and transparency afforded to those who enter competitions large and […]
Legal Ease not Legalese. Plain English: What is it and why do we need when it comes to the law?
Sharon Givoni Consulting Consumer Law
Plain English: What is it and why do we need when it comes to the law? By far one of my favourite quotes is one by Blaise Pascal, a French mathematician, physicist, and philosopher who said something on the lines of: “I’m sorry for writing such a long letter, but I didn’t have time to […]
Trade Promotions & Lotteries – the Laws
Sharon Givoni Consulting Commercial and Contracts, Consumer Law
At Sharon Givoni Consulting we believe in proactive law which is based on the philosophy that legal knowledge is at its best when applied before things go wrong. In Australia, trade promotions and lotteries are regulated by the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and the State and Territory legislation. “You could buy 100 lottery tickets and […]
Does your business have a good set of website terms and conditions? If not you need to read this…
Sharon Givoni Consulting Commercial and Contracts, Consumer Law, Internet Law
If your business is online, terms and conditions are a must. They are an electronic contract that is legally binding between you and your customers. Specifically, they govern what customers or users must comply with in order to access and use your website. What is the law? The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) requires businesses with […]