NSW Domestic Violence Reforms 2025: What You Need to Know
Nicole Byrne
April 7, 2025
Domestic violence continues to be a serious issue in Australia. In response, the NSW Government has introduced major reforms to
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Fighting for Justice: Supreme Court Constitutional Challenge
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Fighting for Justice Against Anti-Protest Laws: Welcome to March’s edition of Fighting for Justice! And a big hello to all
Australia Strengthens Hate Crime Laws: Federal and NSW Governments Introduce Sweeping Changes
Nicole Byrne
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Australia is stepping up its fight against hate crimes. Following a rise in hate-motivated incidents, particularly antisemitic attacks, both the
Can You Sue ChatGPT for Defamation? Man Sues OpenAI For Saying He Killed Children
Nicole Byrne
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Could AI be held legally responsible for defamation? A US man is putting that question to the test. In a
NSW’s Latest Anti-Protest Law: A Threat to Democracy?
Nicole Byrne
March 19, 2025
The NSW Government’s new anti-protest law, the Crimes Amendment (Places of Worship) Bill 2025, has sparked fierce debate about civil
Right to Protest: O’Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors Challenge NSW’s Controversial Anti-Protest Law
Nicole Byrne
March 18, 2025
We have taken a stand against the NSW Government’s latest attempt to stifle public protest. On behalf of our client,
Understanding Different Criminal Charges: What’s The Difference Between Indictable and Summary Offences in Australia?
Nicole Byrne
March 13, 2025
In Australia, criminal charges are categorised into two main types: indictable and summary offences. Understanding these classifications is crucial if
New Sexual Assault Updates in Queensland
Nicole Byrne
March 12, 2025
New Sexual Violence Case Management Protocols and the Blue Card System Inquiry: Queensland has taken major steps to improve its
Ban on Private Electronic Monitoring for Bail in NSW
Nicole Byrne
March 10, 2025
Private Electronic Monitoring for Bail in NSW: As of March 2025, the New South Wales Government has announced a significant
NSW Police Sued for Assault, False Imprisonment, and Trespass
Nicole Byrne
March 7, 2025
Justice for Unlawful Arrest and 28-Hour Detention: O’Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors represented our client in a claim against the
