Catching Pokemon could catch you a fine
Some things you might do for a Pikachu are, in fact, illegal.
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Alison and Jillian Barrett
Alison and Jillian Barrett are both principals at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers. The Queensland sisters are experienced lawyers and passionate social justice campaigners. Alison juggles motherhood, as well as heading up a major legal practice area. Younger sister Jillian also leads a team of lawyers and sports a double degree in Law and Journalism.
How well do you know the road rules?
Some drivers may be breaking the rules of the road without knowing it.
Landlord ignoring you? Your rental rights explained
You don't have the right to ever stop paying rent.
How to protect yourself from trolls and online bullies
How can you legally protect yourself from cyberbullying, harassment and online trolling?
What's legal at the polling booth
Law is very specific about what is and isn't allowed on polling day.
Signs your elderly parents are being abused
Is your elderly mother's favourite necklace missing? Is your grandfather suddenly unable to pay his household bills?
Have you ever left your child in the car while you get milk?
Three years in jail? $36,000 fine? What are the consequences if you leave your child alone?
Who owns the embryo when you die or divorce?
What rights do you have to your biological tissue, in life and in death?
Insurance hidden in your superannuation fine print
But tricky clauses might prevent you accessing your insurance benefits.
Casual staff entitled to more than you think
There are many myths around the rights of casual workers.
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