Costs in Lehrmann matter to be referred to referee
Costs in Lehrmann matter to be referred to referee and Lehrmann has been granted an extension of time until 31 May 2024 to lodge an…
Smell a RAT? AFP to investigate price gouging
Individuals and businesses caught hiking up the price of COVID-19 rapid antigen tests (RATs) will face fines and prison time, the Australian Federal Police (AFP)…
Tidball appointed to lead NSW Department of Communities and Justice
Former Law Society of NSW Chief Executive Officer Michael Tidball has been appointed the new Secretary of the NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ).
New online safety laws come into force
The new Online Safety Act holds social media companies accountable to remove abusive material.
Law firms do better in safeguarding employees’ mental health
A national survey of professional workers across Australia has cast light on how employees in different industries feel their mental health needs are being addressed.
Events suspended; hearings move online, but rule of law will continue ‘to the extent possible’
The legal profession has adapted processes to stem the spread of COVID-19.
Domestic violence victims 10 times more likely to suffer multiple legal problems
An Australian-first study has revealed that victims of domestic and family violence are 10 times more likely than others to experience myriad legal problems.