This is a major overhaul of occupational safety and health laws, with a particular impact on mining and construction.

Change has potential ripple effects across the civil construction sector, particularly for contractors engaged in mining projects.

Pastoralists should identify the water and operational assets that matter to the station before activity begins, then ensure any access or commercial agreement clearly deals with monitoring, disruption, rehabilitation, liability and review. The legal position will depend on the mining or exploration licence (as the case may be), the pastoral lease, government policy, approvals and proposed activity, but early preparation gives a family stronger footing in discussions.

They generally spell out the agreement reached between a couple as to their finances, and the division of their assets.

It is also always a good idea to seek good legal advice from people who are experienced in Wills and Estate Planning.

Legal advice and representation is always encouraged where an accused is facing criminal charges.

These results showed that de facto couples were more likely to separate than couples who married after cohabitating.

Separated parents are encouraged to work together to consider sensible and practical solutions during this pandemic.

Recent case reminds us that everyday individuals are legally culpable for what they say about others under our defamation laws.

Why the right evidence, in the right way, at the right time is essential for success in litigation.

But to keep on good relations, and to keep winning the work, a contractor does not always insist on being paid promptly.

Unless extended, the emergency period during which the COVID Response Act applies is due to expire on 23 September 2020.

Many foreign purchasers of land in Australia are surprised by the unforgiving nature of Australian real estate contracts.

If the "place of effective management" is Australia, then Australia will be the sole recipient of the taxation monies.

Police powers to investigate offences may be exercised at any given time of the day or night.

The report addressed the question of how to ensure subcontractors get paid, in times of head contractor insolvency.

The FWC explained that criminal conduct outside work hours does not automatically provide a valid reason for dismissal.

Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) is a process to provide separated parents with a forum to discuss separation matters.

A list of points to remember when purchasing a vehicle and what your rights are under Motor Traders' Legislation and the ACL.

This update provides information on new and upcoming legislation, primarily focused on counter-measures to COVID-19.