Why choosing the right solicitor matters Legal issues can arise when you least expect them – whether you're buying a home, dealing with a family dispute, or facing a criminal matter. Choosing the right solicitor isn’t just about getting legal advice. It's about finding someone who understands your situation, protects your interests, and helps you move forward with confidence. A qualified, experienced solicitor can make [...]

In March 2025, the NSW government introduced the Protection of the Environment Legislation Amendment (FOGO Recycling) Act 2025 (FOGO Act), amending the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 (NSW). The FOGO Act mandates the collection of food organics and garden organics (FOGO) waste. The FOGO waste services are aimed at reducing food waste, reducing landfill volumes, recovering nutrients for reuse within a circular economy, [...]

The recent High Court of Australia decision in Elisha v Vision Australia Limited [2024] HCA 50 has created a compelling precedent in employment law, awarding for the first time damages in favour of an employee for psychiatric injury caused by wrongful termination arising from unfair disciplinary processes.  This ruling broadens employer responsibilities, developing a stronger emphasis on procedural fairness and adherence to established workplace policies. [...]

The Fair Work Act has undergone significant changes with the introduction of the new amendments within the Act as of 26 August 2024.   Some of the changes focus on the nature of the employment relationship and address previous ambiguities, particularly regarding casual employment and the distinction between employees and contractors. Key Changes Establishing Employment Relationships (Section 15AA) Section 15AA introduces a new and improved framework [...]

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 [...]