So, What is a product liability claim? In Australia, product liability refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers for injuries or damages caused by defective products they produce or sell. A product liability claim can arise when a product is deemed to be faulty, unsafe, or not fit for its intended purpose, […]
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Criminal injunctions can be incredibly confusing, but they’re like legal shields used to protect communities from ongoing criminal threats. Think of them as special orders from the court that tell certain people to stop doing specific illegal activities. It’s not like regular criminal charges; it’s more about preventing harm before it happens. In this article,
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Our Solicitor, Mr Wissam Philopos represented a middle-aged man at Liverpool Local Court in relation to a single traffic matter in which the defendant risked losing his licence privileges for an extended period of time. Speak to a lawyer today The case involved our client having travelled to Australia on a Temporary Visiting Visa
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Our client is a 25-year-old man who was the holder of an unrestricted Class C (driver’s) licence and a P1 Class R (rider’s) licence. Our client was pulled over by a police officer whilst riding his motorcycle with his girlfriend as a passenger. The police officer then issued our client with two separate fines. The
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Criminal charges can profoundly impact an individual’s life, affecting various aspects ranging from employment and housing to personal relationships and mental health. In Australia, the consequences of a criminal conviction can be far-reaching and long-lasting, altering the course of one’s life in numerous ways. Speak to a lawyer today This article explores the multifaceted impact
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The jury system is a cornerstone of the criminal justice system in Australia, playing a pivotal role in ensuring that justice is administered fairly and impartially. In Sydney, as in the rest of Australia, the jury serves as a critical mechanism for involving ordinary citizens in the legal process, thereby promoting transparency and community involvement
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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a range of processes that help parties resolve disputes outside of judicial determination in the criminal justice context.ADR includes mediation, conciliation, and arbitration, where an impartial person or an independent third person helps parties resolve disputes. Restorative justice is a concept closely associated with ADR, seeking to provide solutions to
Our Results Our client is a 25-year-old man who was involved in a car accident where he collided with a pedestrian at a pedestrian crossing. The impact caused the pedestrian to fall, hitting his head against the road in the process. As a result of the accident, the pedestrian underwent a first surgery to have
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On 3 December 2024, the Australian Government unveiled the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), a game-changing update to the skilled migration program. Designed to replace outdated and fragmented occupation lists, the CSOL offers a streamlined and unified framework tailored to meet the country’s evolving labour market demands. The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) marks a
In a bizarre yet surprisingly effective scheme, a 54-year-old Wollongong man stole hundreds of dollars worth of groceries using a Caramello Koala barcode. His technique involved wrapping the barcode around his finger and scanning it in place of more expensive items, such as ice cream and steak. The man has since admitted that he knew
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