Royalties, Rights and 70-Year-Old Deals: Lessons from the Hope Downs Decision
A recent decision of the Supreme Court of Western Australia in the long running dispute between Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting and Wright Prospecting provides…
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Understanding Your Obligations Under the Australian Privacy Principles — Lessons from Recent Data Breaches
In an era where data is one of a business’s most valuable assets, privacy compliance has become a central legal and commercial concern. For…
Mediation in Family Law for Parenting and Property Disputes
Dealing with family law issues, especially those related to parenting and property disputes, can be both difficult and emotionally draining. In such situations, mediation…
Family Provision Act Claims in Western Australia: Lessons from Maria-Christina De La Sala’s Case – When can you make a claim?
The Family Provision Act 1972 (WA) (“FPA”) provides a legal framework for individuals in Western Australia to challenge a will if they believe they…
Parenting arrangements for Neurodivergent children
Autism diagnoses are rising in Australia, with 4.3% of children aged 5 to 14 years in 2022 being autistic, or approximately one child in…
Key Legal Considerations for Commercial Property Leases in Western Australia
Entering a commercial property lease in Western Australia requires careful navigation of both general property law and the state’s specific retail leasing regime. While…
Understanding Binding Financial Agreements and Their Interaction with Income-Tested Pensions or Benefits
A Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) is a legally enforceable agreement made between parties to a relationship, such as de facto partners or married couples,…
When Grief Meets the Courtroom: Lessons from Suarez v Brunsdon
The tragic death of 24-year-old Kaleb Raymond Brunsdon in a car accident on 9 February 2026 has not only left his family and friends…
Elder Abuse and Estate Planning Risks in Western Australia
Estate planning is a critical process that ensures the wishes of individuals are respected and their assets are distributed according to their intentions. However,…
Restraint of Trade Clauses – restrictive or protective?
Restraint of trade clauses are a common feature in commercial agreements, particularly in employment contracts and business sale agreements. These clauses are designed to…
Family Violence and Property Settlements: What the New Law Means for You
Recent changes to the Family Law Act mean that family violence is now more clearly recognised when resolving property settlements after a relationship breakdown,…
Untraceable or Non-existent Beneficiaries
When a Melbourne man’s estate was left to an ‘online lover’ who turned out to be a non-existent person, it became headline news. Such…