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Australian law news

Law is an incredibly dynamic field. Each day you get to work and have to know what the new case law is, and what new legislation has been asked. The law is always changing to reflect our society's values more and to create a fair and equitable environment for us to live and work. Australia is lucky to have such a vibrant and open legal system and I feel lucky to be a participant in our legal system. This site is a collection of my thoughts and analysis into current and historical cases and interesting trends in legislation across the federal and state system.

How to Ensure That You Maintain Your Sanity When Going through a Divorce

Posted on March 9, 2017

Many people say that nobody wins during a divorce. It can be a challenging experience all around, and people can spend many hours getting legal advice and even trawling through the court system. While there may be a judgement or an agreement, the process can nevertheless be traumatic. If you're going to get through to the other side of this, what do you need to bear in mind in order to make sure that you maintain some of your sanity? [Read More]

Involved in a Crash with Other Vehicles? How You Need to Respond in This Complex Situation

Posted on March 7, 2017

Australian roads get busier and busier every day, so it seems. It's little wonder that the number of automobile accidents is increasing and the likelihood of you being involved in one is also growing. Sometimes, accidents can be complex. If you've been in the middle of a collision involving multiple vehicles, how can fault be ascertained? Where do you even start in trying to determine who is liable? What Can Go Wrong? [Read More]

Facebook & Family Law: How to Stop Social Media From Ruining Your Custody Case

Posted on March 1, 2017

Custody battles can be one of the most stressful parts of a breakup. If you're currently going through one or you're preparing for your case to go to trial, you may want to unwind by discussing everything with your friends and family on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or another social media site. However, while social media may seem like an intimate and relatively private place to blow off steam, it could jeopardise your entire custody case if you're not careful about how you use it. [Read More]

Five Things to Keep in Mind If Your Child Has Been Injured in a Car Accident

Posted on May 12, 2016

If your child is injured in a car accident, it can be an extremely emotional and heart wrenching experience. However, it can also be very expensive. To help cover the cost of medical bills, care for your child, and other expenses, you may need additional help. Luckily, there are ways to get compensation by taking the at-fault driver to court. Here's what you need to know: 1. Defining the At-Fault Driver [Read More]