The trial and Mr Tostee’s subsequent television interview with 60 Minutes has generated discussion in the community about Mr Tostee’s actions on the night of Ms Wright’s death and whether he was criminally responsible for her death.
Solicitors
Financial Stress
It is probably no surprise to the readers of this article that there are many people in our community that are currently experiencing financial stress in one way or another. If there is one common mistake that people make when they find themselves in a default situation, with either their bank or a some other creditor, is that they simply ignore the problem and/or make promises to the bank/creditor that they simply cannot meet.
One Punch Can Kill Laws
Earlier this month, the first person to be charged under Queensland’s “one punch can kill laws” pleaded guilty to the unlawful striking a 55 year old man who died from extensive injuries to the head caused by a single punch.
$1.3 Million Payout
An Adverse Action Claim lodged on behalf of a drill rig operator who was wrongfully stood down from his employment, has led to Hail Creek Coal Pty Ltd being ordered by the Federal Court of Australia to pay almost $1.3 million in compensation to the worker.
Congratulations Adam Moschella
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Congratulations to Adam on having been admitted to practice as a Solicitor in the Supreme Court. Adam’s experience to date is primarily in the areas of Criminal and Family Law where he hopes to practice.
SMSF Beneficiary Nominations
It is not well-known or understood that on a Member’s death their superannuation benefits do not automatically form part of their estate. Nor can they be given away by a person’s Will. Most Superannuation Fund Trust Deeds require the Trustee to take into account the Member’s beneficiary nomination. Any person setting up a SMSF should ensure that they put in place a valid death benefit nomination.
Changes to Youth Justice Act
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Under the Youths Justice Act, children and young people who are subject to periods of detention are transferred to adult correctional facilities from 17 years of age. New laws passed by the Queensland State Government have increased the age they are transferred from 17 to 18. This change coincides with the introduction of other legislation which will ensure that by the end of 2017, all 17 year olds will be dealt with by the youth justice system rather than by the adult justice system
Unfair Contracts And Retail Shop Leases
With the current mining downturn in the local economy many small business owners are feeling the pressure and close over weekends or reduce the hours of trade to lower expenses and increase profit margin. However, it is not uncommon that retail Lessees in large shopping centres are forced to open their doors due to an obligation under their lease that if the shopping centre or complex is trading they must be as well. From 12 November 2016 the unfair contract legislation will be extended to small businesses that have entered into standard form contracts.
Community Accommodation & Support Agency
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Community Accommodation & Support Agency Inc (‘CASA’) has been serving the local community since 1983. CASA offers a variety of services and programs to the local community including Community Housing Program, Crisis Housing Program, No Interest Loans Scheme, HomeStay Service, Community Care Program and Emergency Relief.
Lyons v Queensland – High Court Rules on Deaf Juror
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On 5 October 2016, the High Court handed down its decision in relation to whether or not a deaf person could serve on a jury panel. The question which the High Court was required to answer was whether the Deputy Registrar of the Ipswich District Court, unlawfully discriminated against the appellant, Gaye Lyons by excluding her from a jury panel because she, a profoundly deaf person, required the services of an Australian Sign Language interpreter.
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