Continuing its commitment to focus on the industry, the ACCC has been busy prosecuting energy resellers for making misleading claims. Origin Energy – misleading representations regarding discounts Origin trumpeted to South Australian consumers that signing up to a DailySaver energy plan would lead to discounts of up to 16% for electricity usage, and up to … Read more
Pizza Hut was forced to pull ads for its Australia Day tie-in invention, the “Mitey stuffed crust” pizza. This slightly dubious crust creation features a ‘black gold’ filling of mozzarella and Vegemite, which was variously described as tasting like ‘medicine’, ‘petrol’, and ‘fish jam’ by the hapless backpackers who featured in the campaign commercial. But … Read more
New Zealand-based appliance manufacturer Fisher & Paykel and warranty provider Domestic & General have been found guilty of misleading and deceptive conduct in relation to representations to consumers regarding extended warranties. What they did Domestic & General was contracted by Fisher & Paykel to offer extended warranties to customers who purchased Fisher & Paykel dishwashers. … Read more
On a mild Tuesday evening in November, approximately 60 guests joined us for a panel discussion on brands and transparency in the digital age. The event was co-hosted by KHQ Approved (our dedicated marketing law practice) and brand communications agency Hard Edge Media. The panel was chaired by James Hutchins, Senior Associate with KHQ Approved … Read more
A key change in Victoria’s gaming legislation is due to come into effect sometime in 2015. The Gambling Regulation Act 2003 (the Act) currently requires a permit be obtained to run a game of chance promotion in Victoria, where the total prize pool is $5,000 or more. The Gambling and Liquor Legislation Further Amendment Act … Read more
