ArticleQueensland Government Bulletin - 2 August 2016This bulletin has links to recent media releases, reports, cases and legislation of interest to Qld government lawyers.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorHolding Redlich
ArticleInterpreting blood stain patterns: Science or speculation?Potential inaccurate forensic evidence such as blood stain pattern analysis can be challenged in two ways at trial.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSydney Criminal Lawyers
ArticleShould jurors be Informed of the past criminal record of the defendant?Concerns are that convictions could be based more on past criminal history and social media, than the presented evidence.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSydney Criminal Lawyers
ArticleThe Lehrmann case: A watershed moment for victims' rights and defamation lawBruce Lehrmann faced a defamation lawsuit that exposed his alleged rape of Brittany Higgins in Parliament House.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationO'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors
ArticleUnderstanding Contest Mentions In Melbourne, Victoria, Australia: A Comprehensive GuideA pre-trial procedure to streamline criminal cases, an opportunity for resolution without a full contested hearing. AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleUnderstanding the further mention process in Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaWhat happens during a further mention? Maximising results during the further mention stage. What next?AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleOptus: When does a data breach lead to a breach of law?Some of the factors relevant to whether a data breach may lead to a breach of the law.AustraliaPrivacyHolding Redlich
ArticleThe Optus data breach: a timely reminder of your statutory cyber obligationsIt seems extremely likely that the Optus data breach will trigger regulatory reform with increased penalties.AustraliaPrivacyCorrs Chambers Westgarth
ArticleData collection by landlords – what can they legally ask a tenant?The amount of sensitive personal data collected by landlords is of concern as cybercrimes increase.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionStacks Law Firm
ArticleAI-generated deepfake images create bullying dangerAny laws introduced to curtail the harmful use of AI must be global to have any effect.AustraliaTechnologyStacks Law Firm
ArticleForfeiture orders and automatic forfeiture orders under the Confiscation Act in VictoriaIf your property is tainted by alleged criminal offending, the state may apply to permanently take it away from you.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleGood Behaviour Licence in NSWA good behaviour licence is available to drivers who hold an unrestricted licence and exceed their demerit point limit.AustraliaCriminal LawAstor Legal
ArticleHow to prepare for a sentencing hearing in QueenslandAt the time of sentencing, you or your lawyer have an opportunity to make submissions in respect of the sentence.AustraliaCriminal LawHall Payne Lawyers
ArticleThe growing threat of cybercrime in AustraliaExamines the legal frameworks in place for cybercrimes & recent trends, drawing on insights from legal experts & governmental reports.AustraliaCriminal LawO'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors
ArticleVoluntary assisted dying in South AustraliaEligible Australians may request a registered medical practitioner for access to voluntary assisted dying, or euthanasia.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesGilchrist Connell
ArticleRoyal Commission findings and recommendations relevant to schoolsVolume 13 and the recommendations of the Royal Commission should be mandatory reading for all educational professionals.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleSuburbs In Sydney With The Highest And Lowest Crime RatesThis article explores the suburbs in Sydney with the highest and lowest crime rates.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawO'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors
ArticleThe police revoked my gun licence and I want it back. Which case won?Could his licence be reinstated, given that the firearms safety and storage charges against the man had not resulted in convictions?AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawStacks Law Firm
ArticleACT will raise the age of criminal responsibilityThe ACT is the 1st in Australia to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 years of age to 14.AustraliaCriminal LawSydney Criminal Lawyers