Having sex in NSW means you need to ensure you do so safely within the legal bounds of what constitutes a consenting sexual relationship. 'Consent' is a term applicable in a precise series of scenarios, and failing to give and receive consent before engaging in sexual relations can lead to criminal charges, fines or a conviction. Let's take a look
In the majority of workers compensation claims, insurers will not start payments to cover medical bills or other costs until your case has been accepted. However, this process can take time, which often leaves workers short in the intermittent weeks they're unable to work. In order to compensate for this shortfall, the NSW State Government determines that provisional payments can
Companies come and companies go – it's a fact of business. In fact, nearly 600 enterprises across NSW closed their doors and entered external administration between October and December 2017, according to the Securities and Insurance Commission. These statistics may be worrying for people considering logging a public liability claim against a business in NSW. What if you suffer a
The #MeToo and #TimesUp movements have placed increased focus on sexual harassment and consent issues over the last few months. In NSW, the legal age of consent is 16, which means it is illegal for anyone to participate in sexual activity with a person below this age, even if both parties are willing. But is this still the case when
The Workers Compensation Independent Review Office (WIRO) is a Department, set up by the Government, which provides grants of funding to lawyers who investigate workers compensation matters on behalf of injured workers. WIRO also has a team of lawyers who provide free legal assistance to injured workers. In many workers compensation claims, insurers direct workers to attend various Independent Medical
A number of sexual abuse scandals have rocked religious groups across Australia over the last few years following a royal commission investigation that highlighted widespread misconduct among the clergy. Cardinal George Pell is the most senior Australian figure in the Catholic Church to face allegations of sexual abuse. Here, we outline his position within the church and discuss what accusations
In the spirit of reconciliation GMP Law acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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