How to reduce online shopping stress
All of your usual rights to a replacement, repair or refund apply to online shopping, however for products purchased from an overseas online business, things may not be as straight forward.
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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.
Euthansia debate lives on as assisted suicide bill passes historic hurdle
Should we have legal options that allow us to make a choice about ending our life?
No more sitting on the fence over neighbourly disputes
Fences are a common cause of disputes between neighbours, with things such as the type or height of the fence to be erected or who pays for the fence or the upkeep all controversial.
Won the lottery? It pays to know your rights
The chance of winning a division 1 prize in this Saturday's $20 million Gold Lotto superdraw is one in 8,145,060; tempting for many, and with the odds increasing with more games played, a syndicate with friends, family or work colleagues is enticing.
Sex crimes: What counts as 'consent' under the law
This week we saw both Taylor Swift and Fifi Box speak about their experiences as victims of sexual assault.
How Queensland can crack down on dodgy tow truck operators
"Sharks" and "crooks" are just some of the names used to describe rogue operators, with suggestions of "extortion and entrapment". But what can they get away with under the law?
What exactly is a trust and do you have to be rich to set one up?
When we think of trusts, we usually associate the concept with rich business people, property moguls and the likes of Gina Rinehart.
In what situations can you make a citizen's arrest?
We have all been in situations where we have witnessed someone break the law, and for some of us we have had intruders on our property. Are you able to take matters into your own hands and make a citizen's arrest?
Mooning, streaking and skinny dipping: What happens if you're caught
You'll get into trouble if you're caught skinny dipping or otherwise wilfully exposing your genitals in a public place, and "mooning" could be classified as committing a public nuisance
Breaches serve as a reminder of your rights to privacy
The "Mediscare" event this week, where it is alleged Australians' Medicare details can be purchased online, has no doubt made many of us question to whom we provide our personal information.
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