Legal News Sydney

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, almost 2 million Australians over the age of 15 had been sexually assaulted one or more times. Those affected by sexual assault are prone … [Read more...] about New affirmative consent laws adopted in NSW, a win for sexual assault survivors

Discussions about legal rights often concentrate on adults. However, the law also protects the rights of children in significant ways. It is important that you and your children are aware of their … [Read more...] about Do you know your child’s rights?

There is no doubt that the pandemic has been a struggle for Australian families. Whether that struggle be financial or emotional, these difficult times have forced many couples to question where their … [Read more...] about Is COVID-19 affecting your marriage? What should you do?

The Morrison Government's rejection of a plan to extend super to paid parental leave payments will have major consequences for Australia's newest mothers. Despite speculation of reform that would … [Read more...] about Federal government refuses to extend superannuation entitlements for women on maternity leave

After an unprecedented year of violence, brutality and conflict, Black Lives Matter activists have finally seen justice. Earlier today, Derek Chauvin was found guilty of murder after refusing to heed … [Read more...] about Justice served as former policeman, Derek Chauvin, found guilty of George Floyd’s murder

This Saturday 17th April, 30 members of the royal family will gather at Windsor Castle to celebrate the life of 99-year-old Prince Philip, who passed away late last week. As the Queen mourns the … [Read more...] about Commentors speculate Queen Elizabeth II could abdicate following the death of her husband

2020 was a year in which Australians felt afraid; afraid of losing their jobs, afraid of losing their loves ones, and afraid of losing their lives. The threat of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted many to … [Read more...] about Rushed wills deemed invalid following COVID ‘panic planning’

As excitement brews in the lead up to the Easter long-weekend, many NSW residents are looking forward to enjoying time off work, COVID-restriction free. However, the weekend’s double demerit rules … [Read more...] about Easter Long Weekend, COVID restrictions lifted…Here’s what to look out for