Multiple recent allegations in federal parliament clearly display a toxic workplace culture. Earlier this year, allegations were published that Brittany Higgins, a staffer at Parliament House, was … [Read more...]
Reducing family violence – A step in the right direction!
New laws in Western Australia announced last month have been described as the most comprehensive family violence law reforms the state has ever seen. The reforms exist of legislative changes to … [Read more...]
Victims of Crime
When most people think of lawyers, they think of them as someone who represents their client to achieve a certain outcome, whether that be in court or out of court. But for lawyers who work for the … [Read more...]
AVOs – Everything You Didn’t Know
At least twenty women have been killed in Australia this year by their partners. Many more have experienced physical, psychological or sexual abuse. Most perpetrators are known to their … [Read more...]
Media Reporting on Court Cases: Contempt of Court and Suppression Orders
The administration of justice sometimes requires sensational media reporting to be suppressed in order to ensure a fair trial. Whilst some may view this as patronising, trial by media has become … [Read more...]
Justice HAS Been Done!!!
No doubt you’re all aware of the conviction of Cardinal Pell for historic sex offences, relating to two 13-year-old boys in the St Patrick’s choir in 1996. Cardinal Pell is the third most senior … [Read more...]
Justice at last for victims of sexual abuse!
Survivors of sexual abuse at the hands of priests, nuns, or employees of churches can now sue church organisations. On 1 January 2019, new laws came into effect in NSW imposing a retrospective duty … [Read more...]
Important Changes to Domestic Violence Laws
New laws due to come into force in New South Wales later this year will make “strangulation” an offence. This is an important change that is aimed at protecting victims of domestic violence. The … [Read more...]
Domestic Violence – We all need to feel safe and know our options before making a rash decision
Are you and your children trying to get out of an abusive relationship? We can provide you with advice on your options, both in relation to seeking an apprehended domestic violence order against … [Read more...]
Important Changes to the Family Law Act – Parliament’s Shutdown Prevents Legislation
In the recent political assassination of the Prime Minister, the Federal Parliament shut down early. This has never been done before. As a result of this, important legislation before the … [Read more...]