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11 July, 2015
Did you know that you are committing an offence if you publicly advertise a reward for the return of property which has been lost or stolen with any of the following assurances: no questions will…
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3 July, 2015
Is there a question of a honest and reasonable mistake of fact in your situation? A criminal lawyer may be able to provide advice to assist in your defence. The Common Law provides a defence to…
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30 June, 2015
Do you have an Advance Care Directive (ACD) with your Will? The Advance Care Directive document enables a person to appoint a friend, family member or another trusted person to make personal…
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22 June, 2015
What is Probate? Probate is the proving and registration of a Will in the Supreme Court and in many cases is required for an executor/trustee to access and distribute assets of a deceased estate in…
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2 June, 2015
Recently we have been made aware of several clients who have been photographed by Police in the course of routine traffic stops. Police do not have power to photograph members of the public without…
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29 May, 2015
Forfeiture of Property - proceeds of or an instrument of a serious offence. Where persons are charged with serious offences, it is common for the DPP to obtain orders restraining cash, vehicles, and…
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14 May, 2015
People who receive fines for speeding, driving through a red light or talking on a mobile telephone often simply pay the fine without considering the full consequences. Did you know that by paying…
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13 May, 2015
Are you the holder of a probationary or a provisional licence who has just been charged? Are you concerned that this will result in the Registrar of Motor Vehicle disqualifying your licence to…
Read full Provisional or Probationary Licence Appeals?article12 May, 2015
In Police Custody? Call Williams' 24 Hour Legal Advice Service How you act, and the decisions you make in the hours leading up to and following your arrest can have drastic implications for your…
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10 May, 2015
There are many barriers to getting ahead in today's job market which is characterised by high levels of unemployment and competition. It can be especially difficult for those whose past mistakes have…
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