What is Self-Defence? Self-defence is a common defence that can raised as an issue within many criminal cases. For example, self-defence is a complete defence to murder and manslaughter in all jurisdictions. This entitles the accused to an acquittal when successfully proven. However, excessive self-defence is only able to reduce murder to manslaughter in the...Read More

Overview Since November 2016, a new law protects small businesses from unfair terms in standard form contracts. The Treasury Legislation Amendment Act 2015, applies to a standard form contract entered into or renewed on or after 12 November 2016, where: It is the supply of goods or services or the sale or grant of an...Read More

Termination of employment is a complex process that occurs when an employee’s employment with an employer ends. An employee’s employment may be terminated by way of: dismissal;resignation; orredundancy. The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) provides rules in order to understand the distinction between lawful and unlawful termination of employment. Further it provides rules on which...Read More

General When a dispute arises, it is important to understand that litigation is not the only option for solving a conflict. Negotiation, settlement and mediation are some alternatives to litigation which the client should be made aware of. It is up to the clients to decide which means they would like to use to reach...Read More