Steven Hayles Articles

Queensland drink driving laws apply broadly to many vehicles, including bicycles and e-scooters. This article explores key offences, penalties, and the impact of the Everston decision on non-motor vehicle offences.

Sport and recreation organisations must implement the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 by 1 April 2026 to strengthen child safety and ensure environments where children are safe, supported and empowered.

The topic of Double Demerit points often arises during holiday periods and many people are often unsure whether or not Double Demerit points apply.

If your Queensland driver licence is disqualified for drink driving, the disqualification does not automatically extend to your marine licence, however, the rules are not same if reversed.

Childhood victims of sexual abuse can now commence a claim for damages for personal injury no matter how long ago the sexual abuse occurred and can include circumstances where the victim’s claim was previously determined to be outside the limitation period.

A recent defamation case decision shows that false comments about others on social media can constitute defamation and result in serious legal consequences.

Have you relocated to Queensland? Have you transferred your Drivers Licence? Did you know you could be charged with unlicensed driving if you haven’t? What about your motor vehicles? Significant fines may apply.

From 22 February 2023, terminology for certain sexual offences was amended to be consistent with other Australian states and territories.