The Victorian state government has passed amendments to the Road Safety Act 1986 (Vic) granting magistrates discretion in determining penalties for drivers who test positive roadside for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive component of Cannabis, provided they...
There are various types of payments that can be made within Family Law matters. Some of the most common types of payments are Spousal/De Facto Maintenance and Child/Adult Child Maintenance. This article looks at the significance of these types of payments and the...
Senior Lawyer Ben Watson, from our office, was quoted in the Herald Sun newspaper today, 24 July 2023: “Senior Criminal Lawyer Ben Watson said he has represented many clients who had lost their licence for having traces of THC in their system, despite lawfully...
Our Senior Lawyer Ben Watson spoke with Rafael Epstein on ABC 774’s drive program on 12 May 2023 to discuss urgently needed reform of Victoria’s drug driving laws in relation to medicinal cannabis (interview begins at the 55 minute mark):
Commonly, buying and selling property will be one of the biggest events in an individuals’ life. Whether you are a first-time buyer/seller or seasoned property developer, there are a number of questions that are frequently asked either prior to signing the final...
Many individuals and their families are now contemplating a move into a Retirement Village. This may be for a variety of reasons ranging from ongoing care needs, lifestyle choices or being closer to their broader family in case of an emergency. However, there are many...
