Coronial Inquests in NSW – Frequently Asked Questions
When someone dies unexpectantly, the media often say that “a report will be prepared for the Coroner”. But what does the Coroner do? And what are the powers of the Coroner? What does the Coroner…
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Ross Garfield Barwick joins McAuley Hawach Lawyers!
McAuley Hawach Lawyers is very pleased to announce that Ross Barwick has joined McAuley Hawach Lawyers as a Solicitor. Ross bears a distinguished name in the law. His experience spans more than fifty…
Preparing your litigation claim without legal advice is fraught with danger!
On 18 September 2015, in the case of Perera v Genworth Financial Mortgage Insurance Pty Ltd t/a Genworth [2015] NSWSC 1357, the Supreme Court of NSW struck out the Plaintiff’s Statement of Claim. The Plaintiff…
Did you know you have rights and powers when dealing with police? – Part 2
In our previous article we discussed the power to request the identity of a police officer. This article deals briefly with the right to silence and how far this can be taken. The Right…
Did you know you have rights and powers when dealing with police? – Part 1
The Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002 (NSW) (the Act) is a powerful piece of legislation as it outlines what police officers can and can’t do. However did you know that you have powers…
Sole Use and Exclusive Occupation of the Former Matrimonial Home after Separation
One dilemma which a party may face following separation is how to secure suitable accommodation in circumstances where the other party refuses to leave the former matrimonial home. The situation is made even more challenging…
How to Recover Bad Debts Fast!
Seminar – 26 May 2015 McAuley Hawach Lawyers has the pleasure of inviting you to the following seminar in our 2015 seminar series. Presented by Steve McAuley, Accredited Specialist – Commercial Litigation McAuley Hawach Lawyers…
The importance of being crystal clear
The High Court on 4 March 2015 handed down a unanimous judgment in the case of Korda v Australian Executor Trustees (SA) Limited. The case is important because it highlights the various factors that a…
De facto relationships: When does one exist?
Parties to a relationship may have differing views as to what stage their relationship is at and the level of commitment each party has towards their relationship. One party to a relationship may be content…
Make your opponent pay all your legal costs
An important part of running Court cases is maximising the chances of your opponent paying your legal costs. Recovery of legal costs A successful party to litigation, in NSW, generally only recovers, at best, 60%…