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Five reasons a Family Lawyer is a NEED, not an option

The family law system has always been considered to be one of the friendliest for self-represented litigants. The Courtroom protocol is a little laxer, the jargon a little less heavy and the Court officials a little more understanding. So, you may ask – why the need for a family lawyer?

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Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill 2024: Update

Amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act in NSW were passed in October last year. With the changes yet to come into effect, this article outlines the key changes including limit on rent increases, bans on background check fees for rental applicants and making it easier for tenants to have pets.

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Elisha v Vision Australia Limited 2024

What happens where an employer ‘botches’ an investigation and dismissal process? A recent High Court case has shed some light…and provides a useful reminder about the importance of following due process.

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Who gets to keep “Max?”

For many, our animals have a special space in our hearts. So, it should be no surprise that It isn’t uncommon for a Judge to be asked to decide who keeps a beloved pet following a relationship breakdown.

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Festive season: Managing public holiday work obligations

Employers are gearing up for a run of public holidays. Provisions requiring an employee to work on a public holiday in certain circumstances have been commonplace and not overly concerning. However, the Federal Court recently held that such a provision contravened the National Employment Standards.

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