Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE OUTS: Erin Patterson has been charged with three counts of murder and five counts of manslaughter. She allegedly murdered the… Read More »The alleged ‘Mushroom Murder’ Saga: Everything you need to know
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: To ensure that the financial relationship between you and your ex-partner is officially severed, an agreement must be made outlining… Read More »What to expect at your property settlement mediation?
KEY TAKE OUTS: From April 2024, New South Wales drivers will be able to lose one demerit point from their record if they do not… Read More »Rewarding Safe Drivers with NSW’s New Demerit Point Initiative
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE OUTS An application for an Apprehended Violence Order (‘AVO’) can be made by the Police on the victim’s behalf or… Read More »Understanding AVOs: Who can apply and what do you have to prove?
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan Circle Sentencing KEY TAKE OUTS: Circle sentencing is an alternative form of sentencing available for Aboriginal offenders. It is a valuable tool… Read More »What is Circle Sentencing?
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE OUTS: The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia has recently updated its ‘Family Violence Plan’ and ‘Family Violence… Read More »The FCFCOA’s Enhanced Approach to Family Violence
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: There are numerous eligibility requirements that must be satisfied in order to be divorced in Australia. There are two… Read More »Divorce Demystified: A Comprehensive Guide to Divorce in the Australian Context
co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: There are numerous offences which may arise out of a ‘stabbing’. The charges vary according to the seriousness of… Read More »The offence of stabbing in NSW
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS Former New South Wales Deputy Premier John Barilaro was charged with assault and malicious damage in August 2022. The… Read More »John Barilaro’s Mental Health Diversion: Analyzing Assault Charges under Section 14
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: The Lighthouse Project is a pilot initiative that is being implemented in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of… Read More »Lighthouse Project: Implications for Your Family Law Case
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet has announced his intentions to crack down on domestic violence if he is… Read More »Addressing Domestic Violence: NSW Government’s Comprehensive Reforms
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: Coercive control is now illegal with the passing of the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Coercive Control) Bill 2022 by the NSW… Read More »Deciphering the New Coercive Control Laws: What You Need to Know
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: Defamation can be brought though commercial litigation or as a criminal charge under section 529 of the Crimes Act… Read More »Understanding Defamation in NSW: Is It Considered a Criminal Offense?
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: Double demerits are in force over the upcoming holiday period. Starting at 12:00am on Wednesday 21st September 2022 and… Read More »Beware of Double Demerits!
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: Additional amendments to the Bail Act 2013 were assented to on 27 June 2022. These amendments make it significantly harder… Read More »Amendments to the NSW Bail Act and How This May Affect the Criminal Justice System
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS State Revenue and Fines Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Act 2022 was assented on the 19th of May 2022 and is… Read More »Relationship breakdown: Do I still Need Consent Orders to be Exempt from Stamp Duty?
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: The playground rule of “finders keepers, losers weepers” does not apply to items of value in New South Wales.… Read More »Finders Keepers: Is it stealing if you find something?
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE OUTS NSW Parliament is the first state in Australia to pass a law increasing the punishment for people that cause… Read More »Exploring Zoe’s Law: Implications of New Offences for Foetal Death
Co-authored by: Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS: Motorised scooters, skateboards or hoverboards do not satisfy the Australian Design Rules and therefore, are unable to be insured or… Read More »Are You Legally Allowed to Ride Your E-Scooter?
Co-authored by Isabel Strahan KEY TAKE-OUTS The concept of Married at First Sight revolves around couples meeting each other on their wedding day. However, the couples… Read More »MAFS breakups – were they even legally married and do they need to get divorced?