The Magistrate Refused My Section 14 Mental Health Application – What Now?
If you are charged with a criminal offence and suffer from a mental health impairment or a cognitive impairment, and your case is being dealt with in the Local Court, you may be able to make an application for the...
The pitfalls of engaging law firms with budgets
It’s no secret that lawyers have a reputation for charging their clients excessive fees, and often clients are shocked when they receive an exorbitant bill from their lawyer. What many clients don’t realise is why legal bills can be so...
Can I Fight A Dog Destruction Order?
Under the Companion Animals Act 1998 there are a number of rules and regulations that dog owners must comply with. These rules are constantly changing, with new rules for orders and conduct being inserted into the Act on a consistent...
What is an Interim or Short Term AVO?
If someone applies for an AVO against you, or the police apply on their behalf, you may be served with an interim or short term AVO while the matter is being dealt with further. An interim AVO is similar to...
A Guide to NSW Speeding Offences
Speeding is a common traffic offence in NSW. Speeding offences can be detected by roadside cameras, police officers in their vehicles, and even from the air. The penalties for breaking the posted speed limit on NSW roads can range from...
What is an ‘Accredited Specialist’ Lawyer?
Our video and blog post below discusses the question “What is an Accredited Specialist”. An ‘Accredited Specialist’ is an experienced lawyer who is certified by the Law Society of New South Wales as an expert in a particularly field of...
