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What You Need To Know About The Legal Actions Against The Supermarket Giants

By |2024-12-17T05:01:38+00:00December 17th, 2024|COMMERCIAL LAW|

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has launched legal action against Woolworths and Coles separately in the Federal Court, accusing the supermarket giants of misleading consumers with false discount claims on hundreds of products. According to the ACCC, the discounts advertised by the supermarkets were allegedly not genuine and were misleading to shoppers. The ACCC became aware of this issue through consumer complaints and [...]

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Contracts In A Digital Age: Can Text Messages And Direct Messages Constitute A Legally Binding Agreement?

By |2024-12-17T04:59:09+00:00December 17th, 2024|LEGAL NEWS|

In an age of increased digital communication - whether it be via text message, or social media direct messaging - it can become increasingly confusing as to whether these digital message exchanges can constitute a legally binding agreement between two parties. In order to determine whether such an exchange is legally binding, it is important to consider whether , the exchange contains all of the [...]

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Family Law Amendment Bill 2024

By |2024-11-15T00:22:39+00:00November 15th, 2024|FAMILY LAW, LEGAL NEWS|

The Federal Government has put forward proposed changes to parts of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) that will influence how property settlements between separated couples are determined, introducing the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 (the Bill) on 24 August 2024. The Bill’s aim is to clarify the court’s process when defining the parties’ property entitlements and codifying principles decided in case law [...]

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The Benefits of Entering an Early Guilty Plea

By |2024-11-15T00:13:23+00:00November 15th, 2024|CRIMINAL LAW|

In NSW, entering an early guilty plea of guilty can provide significant benefits. The timing of a defendant's guilty plea can also influence the sentencing outcome. Sentencing discounts are mechanisms used to incentivise early admissions of guilt, promote efficiency, and reduce the emotional and financial burdens of legal proceedings on the victims and the state. Defendants can receive a sentencing discount ranging from 1% to [...]

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New Scam Protection Laws to Hold Tech Giants, Banks, and Telcos Accountable

By |2024-11-15T00:11:59+00:00November 15th, 2024|LEGAL NEWS|

In an era where digital scams are increasingly sophisticated, scam protection in Australia is evolving as the government takes bold steps to safeguard citizens. New consumer protection laws are set to reshape how businesses handle scam prevention, fraud detection, and victim compensation. Let's explore what these changes mean for you and the companies you interact with daily. The Human Cost of Scams Imagine saving for [...]

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Your Obligations Concerning Your Pets

By |2024-10-28T04:47:46+00:00October 27th, 2024|FAMILY LAW|

The law regarding pets in New South Wales is largely confined to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Companion Animals Act. You may have noticed that specific dog breeds such as Corgis, Rottweilers, and Boxers now have long tails, unlike the docked or cropped tails that were common some years ago. This is because it is now illegal to dock or crop [...]

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Spousal Maintenance in Australia: A Guide to Your Rights & Obligations

By |2024-10-27T23:28:09+00:00September 30th, 2024|FAMILY LAW|

When a marriage or de facto relationship ends, one important consideration for both parties is financial support. In Australia, spousal maintenance refers to payments made by one spouse or partner to the other to help support them after separation. This guide will help you understand your rights and obligations when it comes to spousal maintenance, outlining key factors such as eligibility, types of maintenance, how [...]

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Domestic Violence and Coercive Control

By |2024-08-30T01:36:44+00:00August 30th, 2024|CRIMINAL LAW, FAMILY LAW|

In a significant legislative advancement, the New South Wales (NSW) government has enacted the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Coercive Control) Act 2022, which introduces a comprehensive framework targeting coercive control and abusive behaviour within intimate relationships. The Act amends the Crimes Act 1900 to include a new Division 6A, specifically targeting abusive behaviour towards intimate partners. Under Section 54D, the legislation establishes a precise offence for [...]

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Understanding Redundancy Entitlements and Unfair Dismissal Claims in cases of Redundancy under the Fair Work Act

By |2024-09-18T10:15:23+00:00August 30th, 2024|COMMERCIAL LAW|

The Fair Work Act 2009 (FWA) provides employees with various rights and remedies upon termination of employment, including statutory entitlements to redundancy pay and protections against unfair dismissal. This article outlines redundancy entitlements and the conditions under which an employee can bring an unfair dismissal claim for redundancy. Statutory Entitlement to Redundancy Pay Under section 119 of the FWA, employees are entitled to redundancy pay [...]

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How is the voice of the child heard in Family Law parenting matters?

By |2024-08-14T02:49:38+00:00August 14th, 2024|FAMILY LAW|

In parenting matters, conducted in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Court), ensuring the voice of the child is heard in a safe and age-appropriate way is important. The Court must determine what arrangements are in each child’s best interests and in doing so, one of the factors it considers is any views expressed by the child. Although children do not appear in [...]

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