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There's a possibility to claim costs after a discontinued prosecution. Generally, the principle "costs follow the event" applies, meaning the losing party pays the winning party's costs. However, there are exceptions,...

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Common defenses to defamation include truth, absolute privilege, qualified privilege, and fair comment or honest opinion.;The defendant can also argue that the statement was made in a context that provides legal immun...

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To register a company in Australia, you must apply to the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), providing necessary documents and details such as the company's name, address, and director informatio...

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In Australia, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally one year from the date of publication, although extensions may be granted in certain circumstances.;It's important to act quickly to gather evidence...

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In Australia, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) oversee the regulation of interest rates for loans.;Banks and financial institutions also have their own inte...

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Legal aid is government-funded and provided to eligible individuals based on financial need, whereas pro bono services are offered voluntarily by lawyers.;Pro bono services may not have the same eligibility criteria a...

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If your legal aid application is denied, you can request a review of the decision or seek assistance from community legal centers.;You may also consider seeking pro bono legal assistance if your application for legal...

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Arbitration decisions are generally final, but parties can appeal on specific grounds such as procedural unfairness.;Appeals are limited and must comply with the conditions set out in the arbitration agreement or appl...

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IP Australia is responsible for administering intellectual property rights and offers services such as registration, education, and enforcement support.;It provides resources and tools to help individuals and business...

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Corporate governance in Australia is primarily regulated by the Corporations Act 2001, which sets out the duties and responsibilities of directors and officers.;ASIC also plays a key role in monitoring corporate gover...