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Injuries in a Rental Property: Your Rights as a Tenant
September 27, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
Injuries in a Rental Property: Your Rights as a Tenant Who is responsible when a tenant is injured in a rental property? Is the landlord liable, or is it up
Recidivism: Parolee crimes in Australia
September 26, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
Recidivism is the act of repeating an undesirable behavior after experiencing negative consequences from that behavior in the past. For example, in the criminal justice system, we may look at recidivism as the
Changes to Compulsory Third Party insurance in NSW
September 22, 2016 by Adam Turner
The NSW government is proposing radical changes to CTP insurance that will make it more difficult for victims of motor vehicle accidents to access payments. The proposed amendments to the
Exercising on the way to work
September 19, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
Researchers from the University of Queensland found that fewer than half of all Australians are living up to the World Health Organisation’s current exercise guidelines. Yet lack of physical activity is
NSW Bike Week: Cycling to work
September 13, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
NSW Bike Week aims to encourage people from all walks of life to embrace the benefits of riding a bike. With most of us not getting enough exercise, now is
Workplace Happiness: R U OK? Day
September 8, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
It’s that time of year where we need to ask, “R U OK?”. It is a simple question that could change the lives of a close family member or friend,
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week
September 8, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week is a national initiative by the Australian Spinal Injury Alliance. The week long campaign aims to create a more inclusive and accessible community for everyone.
Injuries on the Rise in Indoor Trampoline Parks
September 1, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
The rise in popularity of indoor trampoline parks has come with a cost: an increase in children’s injuries. Doctors have warned of an “emerging public health concern” as recent research
Changes to CTP insurance in Queensland
August 31, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
Changes to CTP insurance in Queensland On the first of July 2016, big changes to CTP insurance policy came into effect in Queensland. The National Injury Insurance Scheme (NIIS) was
What are landholder claims?
August 30, 2016 by Shine Lawyers
Landholder claims help landowners and workers protect their land and ensure adequate compensation when their land is disturbed. Causes of disturbances can include flooding, new energy and mining projects, introduction of