In case you hadn’t heard, the Final Report of the Financial Services Royal Commission was delivered by Mr Ken Hayne on Friday 1 February, and published on Monday 4 February.
Legal Updates
February 14, 2019
Talking tax – Issue 148
Single entity rule confirmation from the ATO
On 30 January 2019, the ATO issued TR 2004/11A1 as an Addendum to ruling TR 2004/11 on the interaction of the tax consolidation ‘single entity rule’ in the context of applying the tax anti-avoidance provisions contained in Part IVA of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 (Tax Act) (Addendum).
February 14, 2019
Washington State Considers Comprehensive Data Privacy Act to Protect Personal Information
Washington State is considering sweeping legislation (SB 5376) to govern the security and privacy of personal data similar to the requirements of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). Under the proposed legislation, Washington residents will gain comprehensive rights in their personal data. Residents will have the right, subject to certain exceptions, to request that data errors be corrected, to withdraw consent to continued processing and to deletion of their data. Residents may require an organization to confirm whether it is processing their personal information and to receive a copy of their personal data in electronic form.
February 13, 2019
Remote Prescribing Trends in Telehealth
The telehealth industry has experienced constant developments in the regulatory landscape at both the federal and state level over the past several years, and we are confident these changes will continue into 2019 as the utilization of telehealth services continues to evolve and mature. A notable area of activity is how regulators are approaching the telehealth industry, in particular remote prescribing applications of this platform.
February 11, 2019
NHFIC a piece of the puzzle to solve Australia’s housing affordability woes
The National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation (NHFIC) is providing much needed ammunition to those fighting for more affordable housing in Australia.
February 11, 2019
New appointment strengthens Hall & Wilcox’s litigation and dispute resolution practice
Leading independent business law firm Hall & Wilcox has strengthened its national litigation and dispute resolution practice with the appointment of new Special Counsel Scott Meacock, who joined the firm on 4 February.
February 10, 2019
The importance of succession planning for your digital assets including cryptocurrencies
The recent death of the CEO of a multi-million dollar cryptocurrency exchange start-up, who held the passwords to $275 million worth of coins and cash, has again highlighted the importance of succession planning for your digital assets and the difficulties that can arise when this is not properly addressed.
February 7, 2019
Talking tax – issue 147
Banking royal commission: unclear tax treatment for payouts
The Tax Institute has warned of uncertain tax implications for refunds and compensation payouts resulting from the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry.
February 6, 2019
Financial Services in Focus – Issue 19
Funds and financial products
Financial Services Royal Commission final report
On 4 February, the final report of the Royal Commission into the Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry was released to the public.
February 5, 2019
DOJ Considers Opioid Use Disorder an ADA Covered Disability and Pursues Claims Against a Provider for Refusing Medical Services to Opioid Users
The U.S. Department of Justice reached a January 31, 2019 settlement of an American with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) Title III complaint against health care provider Selma Medical Associates relating to provision of medical services to an individual with opioid use disorder (“OUD”). The settlement is notable for health care providers and employers as it makes clear that DOJ considers OUD as a disability under the ADA thereby triggering the full panoply of ADA rights for those with OUD.
Welcome to ILN-terviews, a series of profiles of ILN member firm attorneys, designed to give a unique insight into the lawyers who make up our Network. For our latest interview, we chose ILN member, Alishan Naqvee of our member firm LexCounsel Law Offices in New Delhi, India. In one sentence, how would you describe your...… 
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