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Criminal Records and “Spent Convictions”
An interesting article appeared in the Newcastle Herald (Wednesday, 25 August 2010) “Bail for woman guilty of drunken vexatious call.” The article is significant, not for the nature of the offences for which the Defendant was convicted, but notably in … Continue reading
Seriously injured in a car accident?—you will need some help
If you or a member of your family has been seriously injured in a car accident, you need to ensure that not only do you get the right medical and hospital treatment, but when you return home from hospital, you … Continue reading
Overloading & ‘Chain of Responsibility’ Legislation
Background On 30 September 2005 the Road Transport (General) Act 2005 (NSW) (“the Act”) commenced. The Act introduced “chain of responsibility” requirements in the transport industry. Its effect was to broaden the responsibility for safety compliance across the entire transport … Continue reading
COMCARE
A Brief Overview of the Commonwealth Workers Compensation System If you are a Commonwealth Employee, then your workers compensation rights are governed by the Safety, Rehabilitation & Compensation Act 1988. Under this system, you are entitled to payment of weekly … Continue reading
Welcome to Nick Pidcock – Commercial Lawyer
Nick joined the Burke Elphick and Mead Team back in April this year. He is now heading up our Commercial Law Team. Nick’s experience in the profession spans some twenty years and includes working in each facet of the … Continue reading
Posted in Commercial Law, Legal
Tagged business law, commercial Litigation, company directors, rental lease, transport law
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More families staying together as divorce rate drops
There was a great article on the ABC News website www.abc.net.au on the 6 July 2010, reporting that there is new data out suggesting that divorce rates are dropping. For the full article follow this link http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/07/06/2945549.htm If you have … Continue reading
Will your court matter require you to give your fingerprints to the police?
Some matters that are dealt with by the court, allow an order to be made by the court to attend upon a police station to provide your identification particulars, usually photograph and fingerprints. You need to be conscious of what … Continue reading
Posted in Criminal Law, Legal
Tagged court, court appearance, Criminal Law, fingerprints
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Dads told to spend more time with kids
The ABC reported yesterday that The Australian Institute of Family Studies says many children get to spend less than 30minutes a day with their dads during the week. The full report follow this link to the abc.net website http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/20/2904358.htm If … Continue reading
The Trade Practices Act and Workers Compensation – Conflicting Entitlements?
Where a Corporation, in trade or commerce, supplies goods that are manufactured by it and the goods has a defect that causes injury to an individual, that individual may recover compensation from the corporation for their injury. This principle is … Continue reading
Posted in Commercial Law, Legal, Workers Compensation Law
Tagged trade practices act, workers compensation
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Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardian
What is a Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardian and Why do I need one? Suppose you are in an accident or become very ill. Suppose that as a consequence you are left in a coma or incapacitated. Who will … Continue reading
Posted in Legal, Wills, Estates & Power of Attorney's
Tagged Enduring Guardian, Power of Attorney
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