The Human Rights Act in Queensland protects human rights and freedoms and ensures that these are not violated. It is a law that provides protection for the people of Queensland from discrimination, harassment or vilification due to their race...
Employment law in Queensland Australia is a complicated area of law. It does not matter if you are an employer or an employee, employment law in Queensland affects all aspects of employment relationships and employment conditions. The following...
DNA in crime scene investigation is a highly debated topic. DNA testing has become more accurate, and it has also become less expensive. DNA evidence can be found at the scene of a crime by items that have been touched by the perpetrator or...
There is a lot of cyberbullying taking place in Australia. In fact, it’s estimated that cyberbullying among Australian children has risen by 27% over the past year. If you’re worried about your child...
Did you know that fraud is one of the biggest and most common crimes? It’s a crime that occurs in many forms. The reason why it’s so popular is that people are willing to take risks for personal gain. For fraud to happen, you have to...
One of the most important rights under the Australian Constitution is the right to remain silent when dealing with the police. It is a fundamental law right codified in Queensland’s section 397 of the Police Powers and Responsibility Act...
The mention of white collar crime sounds like a crime for the elites in the top corporates. But that’s not the case because anyone, including private citizens, can be a perpetrator of these crimes. It does not have to involve...
In a bid to make more money, some rogue businesses and individuals try clever ways to avoid paying the right tax. But this won’t go for long without the taxman noticing you have been filing incorrect tax returns. Tax evasion is a...
The difference between civil and criminal law can be subtle to those not well-versed in such matters, so this article should provide a basic understanding of both areas of law in Queensland specifically but also across all of Australia. It will...
Appearing in court is a very stressful experience, especially when asked to appear to give evidence. In some cases, you can be coerced to appear in court when evidence is needed, and the investigating body feels you could have useful...
The term domestic and family violence has become very common in Australia. More and more people are coming out to seek legal help from these types of violence. However, all charges can be challenged in court because facts can be...
The police are allowed by the law to arrest anyone to maintain law and order. That’s their core duty. When arrested, the police will tell you that you are under arrest. They will also tell you the reason for your arrest. You can be...
