ArticleWhat you need to know about bailBail is the term used to describe the release of any accused person awaiting a trial, when charged with an offence.AustraliaCriminal LawCoutts Solicitors & Conveyancers
ArticleWhen will the prosecution appeal against a court's decision in a criminal case?Mere dissatisfaction by the prosecution with the sentence passed is not enough to warrant an appeal.AustraliaCriminal LawSydney Criminal Lawyers
Article‘Representations' can result in criminal charges being withdrawnMaking representations is often a vital part of the criminal process as it can result in the proceedings being shortened.AustraliaCriminal LawSydney Criminal Lawyers
ArticleCriminal record checks at work: relevance, spent convictions and privacy risks for employersRisks associated with criminal record checks arise from how & when they are requested, how the information is used & the decisions made upon them.AustraliaEmployment and HRPointon Partners
ArticleOut of hours conduct – Employee reinstated after drink driving chargeThis unfair dismissal decision highlights limits of an employer's power to discipline employees for out of hours conduct.AustraliaEmployment and HRPeople + Culture Strategies
ArticleAustralia moving toward a cashless societyBanking experts have said that since the pandemic was at crisis point, the digital banking revolution sped up rapidly.AustraliaFinance and BankingSydney Criminal Lawyers
ArticleNSW Supreme Court clarifies applicability of Crimes Act provision to successor fund transfers (SFTs)A 2022 decision raised concerns about the need for court consent for SFTs involving superannuation trustees in NSW.AustraliaFinance and BankingHolding Redlich
ArticleNSW pharmacist struck off over ketamine, hormones suppliesThe HCCC claimed that his actions, by inappropriately dispensing the medication, amounted to professional misconduct.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesO'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors
ArticleCan the assault charges against Nick Kyrgios be dismissed? Mental health application explainedA 'Section 334 application' would divert him out of the criminal justice system into a mental health treatment program.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationO'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors
ArticleCatholic priest dies before being sentenced for child sexual abuseSexual offending within the church was a systemic problem perpetuated by an internal culture of secrecy and coverups.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSydney Criminal Lawyers
ArticleOpting into the National Redress Scheme: what might it mean for you?Institutions should consider opting into the National Redress Scheme to address any claims of childhood sexual abuse.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBartier Perry Solicitors
ArticlePell decision shows the legal system Is working, but - it is not the right systemThe High Court was correct in its application of the law regarding George Pell, but - does the law need to change?AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMarque Lawyers
ArticleRespecting Trans and Gender Diverse (TGD) clients in courtJudges, judicial registrars and magistrates are often open to hear what TGD clients need, to feel seen and respected.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleDoxingDoxing is exposing an individual's identity, private information or personal details online without their consent.AustraliaPrivacyDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleCharged with Resisting Police or Disobeying a Police Direction?If you've been charged with resisting police, failing to comply with a direction, or any offence involving the Crimes Act, you need expert legal advice. AustraliaCriminal LawO'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors
ArticleDefence Series – Self DefenceSelf-defence may be argued as a defence to an assault where you believe you were protecting yourself or another person.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleHoly Scrap! NSW Parliament passes new scrap metal controlsNSW scrap metal dealers should register, and become aware of the new identification protocols and new payment methods.AustraliaEnvironmentClayton Utz
ArticleAlmost twenty years on, ANPR technology still surprises unwary driversAutomatic number plate recognition technology works from a police car camera, checked against vehicle disqualifications.AustraliaCriminal LawStacks Law Firm
ArticleAustralian church fined for selling bleach as a coronavirus cureA church in Australia has been fined more than $150,000 for selling a concoction called Miracle Mineral Solution (MMS).AustraliaCriminal LawSydney Criminal Lawyers