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Introduction Challenging foreign judgments in Australia involves a formal process governed by the Foreign Judgments Act 1991 (Cth). If the debtor lives or holds assets in Australia, you must register the foreign judgment first. Enforcement cannot begin until registration occurs. Registration gives the foreign judgment domestic effect, allowing the creditor to recover the debt through …

Out-of-Country, Out-of-Luck? Challenging Foreign Judgments in Australia Read More »

On 9 May 2025, the Minns Labor Government released its Exposure Draft Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 as part of the broader NSW workers-compensation reform 2025, alongside the Industrial Relations Amendment Bill. These twin proposals represent the most comprehensive reform to NSW’s workers-compensation system in a century. The draft legislation has been referred to …

NSW Workers-Compensation Reform 2025: Key Changes for Employers and Injured Workers Read More »

In April 2025, Australian food blogger Nagi Maehashi (RecipeTin Eats) publicly accused influencer and baker Brooke Bellamy (Brooki Bakehouse) of plagiarising several recipes in Bellamy’s debut cookbook Bake with Brooki. The core of the allegation? That Bellamy copied Maehashi’s recipes nearly word-for-word, including identical ingredients and instructions, particularly for a caramel slice and a baklava. …

Are Recipes Protected by Copyright in Australia? The Brooki Bakehouse Case Read More »

Introduction Navigating legal resources has never been easier with the expansion of the digital landscape and the growing diversity of information available within the legal industry. This abundance has empowered individuals to seek a better understanding of the justice system. However, when navigating legal resources independently, one must proceed with caution. Challenges around accuracy, relevance …

Pitfalls of your Perusal: Navigating Legal Resources Read More »

Understanding Intestacy in NSW When a person dies intestate in New South Wales—that is, without a valid will—the distribution of their estate is governed by the rules set out in the Succession Act 2006 (NSW). In most cases, the estate will pass to the closest surviving relatives in a legislated order of priority. However, complications can …

Big Love, Bigger Claims: When Intestacy Leaves Two Spouses at the Table Read More »

The end of a relationship—whether a marriage or a de facto partnership—brings not only emotional upheaval but also a raft of legal and financial challenges. One of the most significant is property settlement after separation. When assets are jointly owned, division can be complex. Assets acquired at different times may complicate matters, and personal and …

Property Settlement After Separation: Your Legal Options Read More »

Most people don’t realise just how deeply the law is woven into the fabric of our lives. Legal rights from embryo to estate shape our existence before birth, throughout life, and even after death. Whether it’s about who can make decisions for us, who controls our assets, or what happens to our bodies when we …

Legal Rights from Embryo to Estate: How the Law Shapes Every Life Stage Read More »

In the digital age, “private” messages are often anything but. From texts and DMs to emails and WhatsApp threads, the content we once thought was confined to personal conversations is increasingly turning up in courtrooms across Australia. The key question is: are private messages legally admissible as evidence? Whether it’s a breach of contract, a …

Exhibit A: Are Your Private Messages Legally Admissible? Read More »

Understanding legal capacity is essential when creating important documents like wills, powers of attorney, and enduring guardianships. This article explains legal capacity in New South Wales (NSW) clearly and simply for clients, families, and carers. What is Legal Capacity in NSW? Legal capacity refers to a person’s mental ability to understand and make a specific …

Legal Capacity in NSW: Wills, Powers of Attorney and Enduring Guardianships Read More »

The Australian government is proposing a major overhaul of employment law through a ban on restraint of trade clauses in employment contracts, or by significantly limiting their use. These clauses have long protected business interests by restricting an employee’s ability to work for a competitor or start a competing business after leaving a job. However, …

The Push to Ban Restraint of Trade Clauses: A Game Changer for Australian Workers Read More »