New tendency and coincidence laws edge closer in NSW

An expert analysis of the tendency and coincidence evidence reforms imminent in NSW.

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Aboriginal Australians not vulnerable to deportation

A fascinating look at the High Court’s 4-3 split in the recent Aboriginal citizenship & deportation cases.

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Can the High Court heal the wounds of a bad holiday?

The case that’s set to provide much needed clarity on the scope of ‘injury’, ‘personal injury damages’ and ‘non-economic loss’ in the Civil Liability Act….

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Deceased estates duty concession: a new Revenue NSW ruling

A practical guide to the new Revenue Ruling DUT 046 on the deceased estates duty concession.

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New laws passed to tackle illegal phoenix activity

A practical overview of the long-awaited new laws introduced to tackle illegal phoenix activity.

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A guide to the new National Sports Tribunal

The National Sports Tribunal has been established to provide the sporting community with an independent tribunal for the fair hearing and resolution of sporting disputes.

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A lawyer’s duty of confidence and the advancement of justice

Justice Kyrou explains the importance of justice and a lawyer’s duty of confidence in light of the Lawyer X scandal.

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Informal wills: an informal response to these things

A learned but informal opinion on informal wills and s 8 of the Succession Act

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Company distributions: hidden tax stings await the uninitiated

The importance of seeking tax advice on company distributions.

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Getting the message across: clients, clarity and communication

Clear and effective communication is key in minimising the likelihood of a professional negligence claim.

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