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When the Alarm Sounds: Legal Readiness in the Age of Data Breaches
Data breaches are no longer rare or exceptional. They are becoming routine, and the legal consequences are growing just as fast as the risks. ASIC has previously informed businesses that they should act as if they expect to suffer a cyber-attack. The latest example? Qantas. One of Australia’s most recognisable brands confirmed that a cyberattack...
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NSW Government Announcement: Accelerating Housing & Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee
NSW Government Launches Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee to Accelerate Housing Construction On 24 June 2025, the NSW Government released a policy titled Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee as part of the 2025–26 Budget....
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Privacy Law Reform: The New Statutory Privacy Tort & What It Means for Australian Businesses
A major change to Australian privacy law came into effect on 10 June 2025. Individuals now have the legal right to sue for serious invasions of privacy, creating direct legal...
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Case Review: Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation (No 2) [2025] FCA 669
Yesterday’s judgment in Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation (“the ABC”) serves as a compelling and yet another cautionary reminder to employers of the legal and reputational risks associated with failing...
Stylised image of a woman journalist in monochrome speaking in front of a microphone, overlaid on a vibrant background featuring the ABC logo. Text on the image reads: “Employment Law – ABC Unlawfully Dismissed Journalist Over Political Views, Federal Court Finds – Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation – Madison Marcus.”
ABC Unlawfully Dismissed Journalist Over Political Views, Federal Court Finds
Today’s judgment in Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation (“the ABC”) is a strong reminder to employers about the legal and reputational risks of mishandling disciplinary procedures. This is especially critical...
A young couple sits on the floor surrounded by moving boxes, smiling and relaxing during a house move. The text overlay discusses types of property ownership in the context of estate planning, including sole ownership, joint tenancy, and tenancy-in-common.
Understanding Property in the Context of Estate Planning
How You Hold Property Decides If Your Will Controls It. Know the difference: Sole Owner, Joint Tenant or Tenant-In-Common. When planning your estate, one crucial factor is often overlooked: how...
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Madison Marcus Awarded at ABSC Gala 2025
Celebrating Legal Insight at the ABSC Inc. Gala Dinner Madison Marcus was honoured to attend the 2025 Australian Business Summit Council Inc. (ABSC Inc.) Annual Gala Dinner on Friday, 2...

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A Qantas aircraft in flight against a clear blue sky, used as the feature image for a Madison Marcus legal publication titled 'When the Alarm Sounds: Legal Readiness in the Age of Data Breaches,' focused on privacy, compliance and cybersecurity law
When the Alarm Sounds: Legal Readiness in the Age of Data Breaches
Data breaches are no longer rare or exceptional. They are becoming routine, and the legal consequences are growing just as fast as the risks. ASIC has previously informed businesses that...
Modern medium-density housing complex representing developments eligible for NSW Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee, promoted by Madison Marcus.
NSW Government Announcement: Accelerating Housing & Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee
NSW Government Launches Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee to Accelerate Housing Construction On 24 June 2025, the NSW Government released a policy titled Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee as part of the 2025–26 Budget....
Email notification icon with red alert bubble symbolising digital communication. Text overlay reads “Privacy Tort Commences – As of 10 June 2025, Australians have a legal right to sue for serious invasions of privacy. Businesses should now assess their risk and readiness.”
Privacy Law Reform: The New Statutory Privacy Tort & What It Means for Australian Businesses
A major change to Australian privacy law came into effect on 10 June 2025. Individuals now have the legal right to sue for serious invasions of privacy, creating direct legal...
ABC unlawful dismissal case image featuring journalist and ABC logo, referencing Federal Court ruling on political opinion under the Fair Work Act.
Case Review: Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation (No 2) [2025] FCA 669
Yesterday’s judgment in Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation (“the ABC”) serves as a compelling and yet another cautionary reminder to employers of the legal and reputational risks associated with failing...
Stylised image of a woman journalist in monochrome speaking in front of a microphone, overlaid on a vibrant background featuring the ABC logo. Text on the image reads: “Employment Law – ABC Unlawfully Dismissed Journalist Over Political Views, Federal Court Finds – Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation – Madison Marcus.”
ABC Unlawfully Dismissed Journalist Over Political Views, Federal Court Finds
Today’s judgment in Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation (“the ABC”) is a strong reminder to employers about the legal and reputational risks of mishandling disciplinary procedures. This is especially critical...
A young couple sits on the floor surrounded by moving boxes, smiling and relaxing during a house move. The text overlay discusses types of property ownership in the context of estate planning, including sole ownership, joint tenancy, and tenancy-in-common.
Understanding Property in the Context of Estate Planning
How You Hold Property Decides If Your Will Controls It. Know the difference: Sole Owner, Joint Tenant or Tenant-In-Common. When planning your estate, one crucial factor is often overlooked: how...

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