Recent accusations of recipe plagiarism against a famous food influencer have sparked discussions about the role of copyright law in something as commonplace as a recipe. Below, we explore whether recipes attract copyright protection, what may constitute copyright infringement, and how creators can protect their treasured intellectual property.
Shaping Property in 2025: Navigating the Known Unknowns
The UK Court of Appeal upheld that a school was not vicariously liable for abuse committed by an 18-year-old on a work experience placement, finding that his limited role lacked a close connection to the school’s functions. The ruling underscores the strict limits of vicarious liability where no employment-like relationship exists.
The Victorian Government has introduced the Building Legislation Amendment (Buyer Protections) Bill 2025, which establishes a statutory developer bond scheme requiring developers of residential buildings over three storeys to lodge a financial bond prior to seeking an occupancy permit from 1 July 2026.
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