When Charity and Commerce Intersect: Governance Lessons from Word Investments (2008)
The High Court in Word Investments confirmed that commercial activities do not disqualify a charity—if governance structures keep its purposes confined. This article explains why purpose clarity is a structural issue, not just an intention.
When “Nothing Was Done” But GST Still Applied: Lessons from Commissioner of Taxation v MBI Properties Pty Ltd (2014)
The High Court’s decision in MBI Properties shows that even passive continuation of a lease can constitute a new supply for GST purposes. This short explainer outlines the risk and how Clean Law’s independence safeguards prevent similar oversights.
When a Strategy Becomes the Risk: Lessons from Chevron
Chevron shows how a strategy chosen inside a single frame of reference can later become the risk itself. In civil disputes, clients face the same early-stage vulnerability. This article explains the case and how Clean Law’s fixed-fee, independent tendering system gives clients multiple strategies and costed proposals before committing to any litigation path.
When Form Hides Substance: What Aristocrat Teaches About Power, Process and Fairness
How Aristocrat shows the danger of relying on appearances — and why structural independence is becoming a core safeguard for modern clients.
When “Not Warning” Isn’t Misleading: The High Court on Contingent Risks and Commercial Silence
The High Court in Lundbeck held Sandoz had no duty to warn of a contingent patent risk. Clean Law’s independence safeguards help clients avoid blind spots created by conflicted advice.
Who Has the Right to Sue? The High Court’s Warning on Standing and Role Confusion
The High Court’s Lundbeck ruling shows how unclear roles can erase expected litigation rights. Structural independence — not goodwill — prevents similar standing risks.