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The University of Wollongong ICAC Inquiry: On the Record for Alyssa White
The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is one of the most demanding forums a person can be asked to front in New South Wales. This week,…
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Defamation
What Happens When A Defamation Case Meets Contempt of Court?
Defamation: Imagine sending an email criticising a lawyer, then finding yourself behind bars a few months later. That’s exactly what happened to a group of self-declared…
traffic
A Cautionary Tale* About Representing Yourself in Court
Representing yourself in court, a good idea?: When 28-year-old Liam Jameson* found himself charged with a serious traffic offense, he thought that defending himself in court…
Defamation
Justice for Hannah Grundy – A Landmark Victory Against Online Abuse For Our Client
The case of Hannah Grundy, our client, has gained national attention after it was recently featured in Australian Story: Betrayal. It tells a shocking story of…
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AI-Generated Evidence Controversy in Federal Court
In a recent family law case in the Federal Circuit and Family Court, a major issue arose. A lawyer submitted AI-generated evidence! It included a list…
bail
DPP v. Alexander: A Landmark Win for Accused Persons’ Rights in Australia
This week, we have seen a big win for accused persons’ rights in Australia! The Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory has made an important…
Criminal Defence
NSW Police Interrogation: What to Expect
As a resident of New South Wales, it’s important to understand your rights and what to expect in an NSW police interrogation. A police interrogation, or…
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Constable Daniel Keneally Found Guilty Of Fabricating Evidence
Constable Daniel Keneally Found Guilty Of Fabricating Evidence Constable Daniel Keneally, the son of former senator, Kristina Keneally, has been found guilty of fabricating evidence with…
Criminal Defence
Bail Discussion On Bench TV By Two Of Our Criminal Defence Solicitors
Abstract: A discussion on bail in NSW, including the operation of the bail laws and the process of a bail application in the local court, district…
childrens court
What is a Closed Court?
In Australia, a fundamental principle in the law has long been held that Courts must deliver ‘open justice’. This means that court proceedings generally must take…
Criminal Defence
Breaking Down Section 203E: Bushfire Arson
**Section 203E of the Crimes Act 1900** establishes an offence for intentionally causing a fire and being reckless as to the spread of the fire to…
court
Guide to Jury Duty in New South Wales
What is a Jury in New South Wales? In New South Wales, a jury is a group of people selected to hear evidence in a legal…
