Case Studies: AI
A snapshot of our experience in AI Advisory
Government AI assistant – QChat
The Background
Advised the Queensland Government on the deployment of its whole government generative AI assistant called "QChat".
Our Services
Our role has involved developing the MOU and service terms between agencies, terms of use for end users, and advising on IP, record keeping, privacy, freedom of information and administrative laws.
Leading Australian University – AI in research
The Background
We continue to act in the higher education space, advising a leading Australian university on the impact of AI on its research program.
The Details
The advice covered intellectual property (esp. copyright and patent) ownership and infringement issues in training and using AI models, compliance with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research when using AI, and an overview of AI related issues presented by privacy, discrimination, contractual liability and workplace laws.
The Discriminatory Impacts of AI
The Background
We advised employers on the potential discriminatory impacts of AI use, particularly in recruitment processes.
The Importance
Our team provided broader advice on the impact of Australian anti-discrimination laws to advise clients on a range of matters including management of pre-employment checks and data storage.
Australian National Regulator – Advice on use of AI
The Background
We advised on the use of AI in the discharge of regulatory functions.
Our Services
Included advising on decision-making processes and the use of AI, the reliance on AI in regulatory decision-making processes and considering judicial review risks and issues in reliance on AI in exercising statutory powers and functions.