Australians may soon be able to switch off social media algorithms. Is that censorship?
The federal government has released an exposure draft of its long-promised digital duty of care.
By Rob Nicholls - 4 min read
Chris Minns’ new organised crime laws may sound tough, but evidence shows they may not be effective
The NSW government has announced another legislative crackdown on organised crime after the suspected mistaken-identity killings of 23-year-old student Marco Tapia and 40-year-old Joshua Macdonald.
By Derick M. J. Luong - 4 min read
Sharper focus: How amended conduct rules help you meet your AML/CTF obligations
New changes to the conduct and practice rules will assist you to navigate both your anti-money laundering/counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) obligations and your ethical duties. Here’s…
By Bobbie Wan - 5 min read
Why manners still matter: professional courtesy in legal practice
Good communication is at the core of being a solicitor, be it dealing with the court, your client or a counterpart on the other side….
By Wendy Yang - 1 min read
Representing co-offenders: fraught with danger, but not forbidden
The High Court tackles a recurring dilemma in criminal practice: when can one lawyer safely represent two clients facing sentence together?
By Thomas Spohr - 1 min read
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Film review: The Blue Trail, The Birthday Trip (plus ticket giveaway)
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