Civil Law Fact Sheets

Know your legal rights and the compensation you may be entitled to when you’ve been wronged or suffered harm. Explore the articles below for detailed information.

Wrongful mental health detention NSW: when scheduling under the Mental Health Act is unlawful

If you hold a NSW security licence and you have been charged with an

If SafeWork NSW has charged you or your company with a Category 1 workplace

If you were assaulted, neglected, or injured because of unsafe conditions in custody, you

When a court makes a judgment or order, they can also make an order

Most people who face money laundering allegations did not set out to commit a

Imagine this: You are at a music festival, or walking down the street, when

Police Misconduct in NSW: Police officers in New South Wales are granted significant powers

Being investigated or charged with drug importation? This is a very frightening experience as

If you have seen a minister, public servant or government contractor misuse their position,

If a police officer or public official deliberately abused their power, or acted with

Privacy in New South Wales is protected under a mix of Commonwealth and state

If you’ve been wrongfully arrested by NSW Police, you may have the right to

If you’ve been unlawfully arrested or held at a police station without lawful grounds,

If NSW Police used excessive force against you during an arrest, search, or while

If you’re considering legal action against police for wrongful arrest, assault, or malicious prosecution,

If you were prosecuted for a criminal offence and the charges were ultimately dropped,

When a loved one passes away unexpectedly, violently, or under suspicious circumstances, the Coroner’s

Ever experienced serious police misconduct? You need to read this. The Law Enforcement Conduct

Your mobile phone isn’t just a device; it’s a digital diary of your entire

When you are charged with a criminal offence in NSW, one of the first

Common assault charges and Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs) are among the most frequently

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