From 22 February 2023, terminology for certain sexual offences was amended to be consistent with other Australian states and territories.
Solicitors
Proposed Amendments to the Family Law Act
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The AG’s department has released a draft bill proposing significant amendments to the Family Law Act which seek to enhance the objective that the best interests of the child are met.
New anti-discrimination protections in Fair Work Act
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The Albanese government’s Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act made amendments to the anti-discrimination protections.
Can we be de facto if we don’t live together
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The existence of a De facto Relationship as opposed to a casual long-term relationship is not always easily identifiable.
Power of the Court to Dismiss Charges
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In what circumstances can charges be dismissed by the Court after an offender enters a plea of guilty.
Definition of a Mobile Phone
The Transport Operations (Road Use Management – Road Rules) Regulation has been amended to insert a new definition for a mobile phone.
Welcome Sophie
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Macrossan & Amiet welcomes Sophie Ford to the team and congratulates her on her admission as a Solicitor.
Parenting Proceedings – Subpoenaing Parents’ Medical Practitioners
Subpoenas are often issued in parenting matters for the purpose of understanding the other parties parenting capacity.
What happens when Companies don’t pay?
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Unpaid invoices and debt collection can be a frustrating exercise for the most experienced business owners.
The treatment of pets in family law matters
The family law courts has confirmed that they are to be treated as property and, perhaps unsurprisingly, not in the same way as children.
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Claiming an executor’s commission
Do’s and Don’ts for Separated Parents
Superannuation Death Benefits and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
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