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Australian Stories

Law stories

K2 automation solution streamlined client-onboarding for law firm

K2's automation platform and UiPath's RPA have enabled Shine Lawyers to streamline client onboarding, cutting costs and driving AU$290,000 in early savings.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2020

Global Stories

Law stories

eCommerce

ComCom warns Becextech for breaches against Fair Trading Act

The Commerce Commission has warned Becextech for misleading New Zealand consumers, selling refurbished phones as new, and making false discount claims.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 28th May 2020

Data Analytics

New tech startup looks to help lawyers and finance pros

StructureFlow debuts, promising to revolutionise legal & financial visual data analysis with speed & collaboration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th May 2020

Software Development

Thomson Reuters takes law research solution up a notch

The new version of Westlaw aims to assist legal practitioners in boutique firms by speeding up the often time-consuming research process.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2020

Cloud Security

Controlling eDiscovery spend, security, and cloud top priorities for enterprise legal departments

Artificial intelligence, cloud, and security are top priorities for enterprise legal departments, says OpenText survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020

Hyperscale

UK's cybersecurity laws 'crying out for reform'

UK's Computer Misuse Act 1990 needs urgent reform to enable cybersecurity professionals to combat cybercrime effectively, says report.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Law stories

Risk & Compliance

Construction company sentenced after worker fell from man cage

A worker was injured and the firm fined after unsafe height access equipment failed during shed construction in Kerikeri.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2020

Risk & Compliance

Child fatally injured on worksite

A Timaru lumber yard has been fined after unsafe timber stacking led to a three-year-old boy suffering fatal chest and lung injuries.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2020

Law

$63k in fines due to unsafe work from heights

Repeated breaches of WorkSafe notices led to a total GBP £63,000 in fines after workers were left exposed to deadly falls.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 20th May 2020

Data Protection

Does your business comply with Level 2 regulations?

Businesses must review hygiene, distancing and contact-tracing controls as thousands return to work under Alert Level 2.

By Michael Curreen • 14 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020

Risk & Compliance

Businesses now require COVID-19 safety plan

WorkSafe New Zealand says Level 3 firms must set out how they will protect staff and visitors, or face enforcement action.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2020

Risk & Compliance

COVID-19 is no excuse to ignore usual health and safety risks

Workers returning to sites after lockdown face added risks from inactivity, mental strain and social distancing, says NZISM President Greg Dearsly.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2020

Risk & Compliance

What PCBUs need to do before returning to work

Businesses reopening at alert level three must assess COVID-19 risks, consult staff and document safety plans before resuming operations.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2020

Law

Are you eligible for the COVID-19 Support Package?

Thousands of New Zealand employers and workers can now apply for wage, leave and tax relief after the government unveiled a NZD $12.1 billion package.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020