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Other than deciding on parenting arrangements for children, what happens to the family pet if spouses separate can be one of the most emotional and difficult matters to sort out. Unfortunately, while you might call Mr Twinkles your fur baby and treat him accordingly, the Courts are going to take an approach that many people …
If you unlawfully cause someone’s death, the likely charges that could be laid against you in Queensland are going to be either murder or manslaughter. But what’s the difference between murder and manslaughter? When might you get charged with one or the other, and what are the consequences of each? As you’ll see in this …
What’s the Difference between Murder and Manslaughter? Read More »
Every day, people begin and end personal relationships. The vast majority of endings happen without the Court getting involved in any way, shape or form. Sometimes this is because the relationships were fairly new, casual, or potentially not committed to the extent of either marriage or a recognisable de facto relationship. But there are some …
I’m Separating – Do I need to get the Court Involved? Read More »
The idea of “bail” is part and parcel of criminal law in Queensland. Understanding the circumstances in which bail can, will, or won’t likely be granted is going to be critical if you are ever taken into custody on suspicion of an offence that requires a later Court appearance. In this article, we’re going to …
If you have been charged with an offence, at an early stage you are going to have a decision to make: do you plead guilty or not guilty to the charges levelled at you? Naturally this is a decision you should only make after having a chance to receive legal advice about your specific situation. …
In this article we’re going to run through some of the main things you need to know about gel blasters, and in particular whether you need a licence to have one. Now you’d think an article based on a yes/no question is going to be pretty short, right? Well, let’s just see about that… Do …
Do you Need a Gun Licence to have a Gel Blaster? Read More »
In other articles we’ve explored the various aspects of the typical forms of physical assault that tend to come up for criminal lawyers on a regular basis. A common theme in many areas of assault is the concept of “consent”. But why is that? Can you seriously consent to being assaulted by another person? Yes. …
By Bianca McDuff – Senior Family Lawyer Having practised in Family Law for several years, a common concern I hear from fathers is the perception that the Court is biased against men. Whilst the Family Law Act is written in gender-neutral terms and does not contain any considerations that specifically favour mothers, the statistics from …
Are Men unfairly treated by the Court in Parenting Matters? Read More »
In QLD, a person who has been arrested and charged with a criminal offense may be eligible for bail. Bail is a court order that allows a person to be released from custody while their criminal charges are pending. Whether to go for bail or not depends on various factors, such as the nature & …
Drug trafficking is a serious offence in Queensland In this blog, we will discuss the issue of drug trafficking in Queensland, the types of dangerous drugs being trafficked, the laws in place to combat drug trafficking, and the consequences of being involved in drug trafficking. Types of Dangerous Drugs Trafficked in Queensland Queensland has seen …
One of our experienced family law practitioners, Bianca McDuff discusses communication strategy methods that may assist. Navigating parenting arrangements and communicating with the other parent can be difficult following separation. Separation in itself brings about a number of heightened emotions. These emotions do not always resolve with the passing of time. Communication issues often escalate …
Family law mediation is a significant event in the course of a separation. While it could take place early, mediation is often after months of document gathering, advice, and possible Court hearings. So it’s no surprise that adequately preparing for mediation is essential. Below we set out 5 key discussions you should have with your …
5 Conversations to Have before your Family Law Mediation Read More »
If you’ve watched any legal shows on TV, one of the only accurate things that happens is when the jury gets told they need to be satisfied about something “beyond reasonable doubt”. But what does that actually mean? How much doubt is too much? Why is this the test? Important Note on the Beyond Reasonable …
Grant Furiosi is not only passionate about family law, but he takes the extra steps required to get results. Call Grant today for a free telephone chat 07 5522 5777. Brisbane & Southport.
