Defamation Law in Australia
March 23, 2020
A comprehensive guide to Defamation Law in Australia and how it works.
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Unfair Dismissal in Australia
March 25, 2020
Read our guide to the Fair Work laws surrounding unfair dismissal and learn how it can impact you.
The Insurance Process
March 9, 2020
What happens after an incident occurs? When do you make an Insurance claim? What types of insurance are there?
What does ‘Good Faith’ mean?
May 12, 2020
Australia has seen an increase in the number of disputes involving parties alleging that there has been a breach of an obligation of ‘good faith’ that has resulted in loss or damage.
The Trap of Unsolicited Supply
April 16, 2020
Learn what your rights and responsibilities are when you receive something you did not ask for.
The 5 Stages to practicing as a Lawyer in Australia
April 13, 2020
Learn what your legal professionals go through in order to represent your interests in court.
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Unconscionable Conduct
May 25, 2020
The doctrine of unconscionable conduct applies when a party to a transaction is under a special disadvantage and another party knew and took advantage of this special disadvantage.
Breach of Confidence
May 25, 2020
The High Court of Australia recognised Breach of Confidence as an equitable cause of action in 1984. Equitable causes of action exist to prevent extreme unfairness.
Force Majeure: When the unforeseen strikes
May 25, 2020
Contractual provisions designed to protect the parties to a contract as the result of an unforeseeable or unavoidable event.
Careless or Reckless: A Guide to Negligence in Australia
May 25, 2020
Negligence occurs when a person causes damage to another person through either an act, or a failure to act. Learn the elements of Negligence.
The 4 things you should know, before signing a legal document
May 19, 2020
Your signature is your official stamp and you should be careful with it. Learn what to look for when signing a legal document.
Adverse Action
May 12, 2020
When a person engages in, threatens to engage in, or organises any conduct that has an adverse effect on another party. Under the Fair Work Act, adverse action can be done by…
Discrimination under Queensland’s Anti-Discrimination Act
April 21, 2020
Learn how the anti-discrimination laws of Queensland provide a framework for victims of discrimination.
What is an Injunction?
April 6, 2020
Learn what an injunction is and how it can be applied to your legal matter.
A Guide to: ‘Without Prejudice’
April 6, 2020
What protections are offered by the wording “without prejudice”? Learn how “without prejudice” can affect your legal communications.
Doctrine of Repudiation
April 5, 2020
When do you have a contractual right to terminate a contract? Learn to identify when repudiation occurs and how it can affect your contracts.
Guide to Administrative Decisions
March 25, 2020
A guide to the process of contesting the rules and regulations made by governments and agencies.
Guide to Freezing Orders in Queensland
March 5, 2020
Assets are frozen and notice is barely given. Find out what a Freezing Order can do during a Dispute.
Elements of a Contract
February 27, 2020
The 7 elements of a contract that you need to know for dealing with a contract dispute.
Setting Aside a Default Judgement
January 30, 2020
What can you do when no defence was filed and a Default Judgement has been awarded against you?
Pre-Litigation Settlement Offer (for Plaintiffs)
October 31, 2019
Should you settle your legal case prior to commencing court proceedings? Discover what’s involved in a Pre-Litigation Settlement Offer.
Essential Elements of a Calderbank Offer
September 27, 2019
Can an old, English Court of Appeal case still hold sway over rulings made in Australian legal proceedings?
Limitation Periods in Civil Proceedings
August 29, 2019
Strict time limits apply to when civil actions can be commenced in Queensland. When does the clock start?
Difference between a Solicitor and Barrister
July 25, 2019
Here’s a simple guide for when to use the term Lawyer, Solicitor, Barrister or Attorney.
Substituted Service
June 20, 2019
What happens when one party attempts to avoid service in order to frustrate proceedings?
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