Fair Work Act will soon provide a ‘right to disconnect’
The right to disconnect has received media attention as the trend of work extending into personal life is seen as an increasingly important issue.
By Paul Moorhouse - 2 min read
I hope this email finds you well (aware of your obligations under the Rules)
A recent case clarifies the rule requiring an opponent’s consent to be obtained before any communication with the Court.
By Angus MacInnis - 2 min read
The latest developments in law reform & advocacy: February 2020
The Law Society’s Policy and Practice team brings you a wrap-up of the most important issues of the moment.
By The Law Society Policy and Practice Department - 1 min read
High Court: February 2020
Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. By ANDREW YUILE.
By Andrew Yuile - 1 min read
Federal Court: February 2020
Reporting and analysis of the most notable decisions in the Federal Court. By DAN STAR QC.
By Dan Star QC - 1 min read
Family law: February 2020
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By ROBERT GLADE-WRIGHT.
By Robert Glade-Wright - 1 min read
Elder law & succession: February 2020
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
By Darryl Browne - 1 min read
Criminal law: February 2020
Reporting and analysis of the most recent notable decisions of the NSWSC and NSWCCA. By THOMAS SPOHR.
By Thomas Spohr - 1 min read
Rethinking the presumption of advancement in contemporary Australia
What we can learn from the Canadian approach to the presumption of advancement. By KRASA BOZINOVSKA
By Krasa Bozinovska - 2 min read
Practical tips for dealing with knowledge and approval of a will
A fundamental requirement for a valid will is that the testator knew and approved its contents. This is part of establishing the testator had the…
By David Price - 7 min read
At fault, not at fault, and no-fault liability under the MAI Act
In part five of our series, we take a closer look at some of the liability issues that arise in claims for statutory benefits, specifically…
By Belinda Cassidy - 1 min read