Collaborative law is a relatively new concept used to resolve legal disputes. Collaborative lawyers are qualified lawyers with training and experience in dispute resolution and facilitation processes. Collaborative law involves the parties to a dispute and their...Read More
The Australian Parliament has recently passed significant changes to the family law system aimed at ensuring that the best interests of children are at the centre of all parenting decisions. Equal shared parental responsibility Prior to these reforms, there was a...Read More
Facing a licence suspension can be a challenging and stressful experience for any driver, as the impact of a suspension on daily life can be significant. Fortunately, if you’ve had your driver licence suspended by police, or received a letter from Transport for NSW...Read More
To be guilty of the offence of recklessly causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) or wounding, it must be proven that you caused the victim to suffer a wound or GBH, and that you were reckless (careless) as to causing actual bodily harm. A wound means any cutting, tearing...Read More
If you are charged with an offence of wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent to cause GBH, it must be proven that you wounded the person or caused them GBH, and that you intended (meant) to cause them grievous bodily harm. A wound means any...Read More
To be guilty of the offence of assault occasioning (causing) actual bodily harm (ABH), it must be proven that you assaulted the alleged victim and that the assault caused (led to) actual bodily harm. It does not matter if you did not intend (mean) to cause an injury,...Read More
Common assault is a criminal charge that can include two different kinds of assault: Physical assault (battery) Causing a person to fear imminent (immediate) physical harm To be guilty of physical assault, it must be proven that you intentionally (purposely) or...Read More
In New South Wales, driving after consuming alcohol is regulated by the Road Transport Act 2013 and the Road Transport (Alcohol and Drugs) Act 1977. These Acts set out the legal framework for drink driving offences, prescribed blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits...Read More
Attending court for criminal charges can be a daunting experience. Understanding what to expect can make the experience less difficult and intimidating. Types of Courts in Australia If you are facing criminal charges, you will receive a Court Attendance Notice or...Read More
