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New OAIC guidance on automated decision-making transparency obligations
By: Leah Mooney, Kieran Doyle, Nicole Gabryk and Zane Jhetam The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has released new guidance to support compliance with the automated decision-making (ADM) transparency obligations introduced by the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 (Cth). The guidance provides practical insight into how APP entities should approach compliance with the new requirements – including worked examples of the disclosures expected in privacy policies and ...
Direct air waybills: the way forward for freight forwarders
By: James Cooper and Marcus Lee At a glance Since 1 July 2026, cargo agents and freight forwarders using Direct Air Waybills may effectively assume shipper-level indemnities and obligations unless otherwise agreed with the air carrier. The effect of the amendments should be considered against the applicable IATA framework (for example, Resolution 809zz in Australia). Cargo agents and freight forwarders should review their carrier and shipper contracts, insurance arrangements, and ...
Wotton Kearney welcomes leading insurance duo in Melbourne
Wotton Kearney has strengthened its insurance capability in Melbourne with the appointment of Partner Claire Gomo and Special Counsel Andrew Karasmanis. Joining our general liability team, Claire and Andrew bring extensive experience advising insurers, employers and corporate clients across a broad range of complex injury, liability and recovery matters. Claire is recognised for her expertise in personal injury, workers' compensation, public and product liability, occupiers' liability and latent claims. She ...