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Navigating through a trial hearing process can be complex and convoluted. However, this should not deter you from performing the best you can at trial. Whether you are an accused giving evidence or a witness called to give evidence, you must be in the best condition possible when you appear in Court.  The processes and…

Driving carelessly on the roads is not just dangerous to the driver and the community, it’s also an offence. According to Section 62 of the Road Traffic Act WA (henceforth: the Act): “Every person who drives a motor vehicle without due care and attention commits an offence”. A traffic offence is a form of a…

If your licence has been disqualified for any reason, or you are facing a disqualification based on a recent incident – you can apply to keep your licence and continue to drive.  The extraordinary driver’s licence (EDL) is granted at the court’s discretion and is only granted under a limited number of circumstances.  But what…

In Western Australia, there are new and harsher penalties in place to reflect the expected community standards for driving whilst using a mobile phone.  Using your mobile phone while driving: what are the risks? According to the Road Safety Commision, drivers who look at their phones while driving are three times more likely to be…

So, a criminal case is over and you’re found to be not guilty. What happens now?  Here is everything you need to know about a not guilty verdict compensation. Legal basis for compensation in Australia All Australian states and territories (except the ACT) do not allow wrongfully convicted individuals to claim compensation through common law…