One of the biggest myths is that only the elderly or chronically ill need a legal Will. While young and healthy people don’t want to think about dying, accidents or unforeseen circumstances are an … [Read more...]
The Risks of Australia’s Cash-in-Hand Economy
The Australian Tax Office is cracking down on the black economy, also known as the cash-in-hand economy. The introduction of the goods and services tax (GST) in 2000 aimed to support the beginning … [Read more...]
Public Transport Disputes and How to Appeal Them
Are you a regular public transport user? If so, you might be familiar with the rules that come along with using public transport. You may have even been issued an infringement notice! PTV no … [Read more...]
TSS Visa – The Big Changes to the Temporary Working Visa
There has been a large amount of changes to the Australian visa system recently, and 2018 has seen the Subclass 457 Temporary Skilled Work visa abolished. Effective from March 18th 2018, this visa … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Legal Risks When Dismissing Employees
Employment is something that is free-will, in most cases. This means that employers are usually free to dismiss any employee for any reason that falls within the law. However, in some cases, legal … [Read more...]
Legal Benefits of Same-Sex Marriage
As of the 9th January 2018, it is legal for couples of the same sex to get married in Australia. Aside from gaining equality when it comes to being an Australian citizen, there are actually some very … [Read more...]
Lawyer-prepared vs DIY Will Kits – Things to consider when preparing your Will
A new year is here, and it might be that you’re thinking about the future by preparing your Will. If you haven’t ever considered it, it’s never too early to do so. If you’ve decided to write your … [Read more...]
How to protect your assets in a de facto relationship
Although a formal ceremony isn’t required to be in a de facto relationship, and different laws apply, they can still hold some of the same rights as a marriage. Because of this, assets held both … [Read more...]
4 Weird Australian Laws You’ve Almost Definitely Broken Without Realising
As a country descended from convicts, we are known for our larrikinism and our love of sending up those in authority. But did you know – you are probably just as in line for being sent over the seas … [Read more...]
Law & Order in the Real World: Miranda Rights
Everyone who has watched television for more than five minutes has seen a criminal with the cuffs slapped on and the police officer reading them their rights, lines that most of us can recite from … [Read more...]