Child support payments are assessed and administered by a government agency, unless parents come to a private agreement.

There is a new drink and drug driving law on the block. Find out what it means and why it is here to stay.

We discuss the legal rights of a range of ‘children’.

An Australian study finds high failure rate in both directions for roadside drug testing, tests detect drugs from weeks ago.

A quick overview of public liability claims and how they work in Australia.

An outline of what to expect when you or someone you care about gets sent to prison.

A general power of attorney is set while you can still make your own decisions, while an enduring power of attorney is set for when you lose capacity to make your own decisions.

Understand what you are planning on doing, very carefully. It matters.

We briefly discuss informal parenting plans and formal Consent Orders.

Racial or religious discrimination and vilification are unlawful, but only in certain circumstances.

Your motorised esky is considered to be a motor vehicle for all intents and purposes, thus you must register it and have a licence to be able to ride it on the road.

You’ll need legal advice to defend gun charges, which can range in severity. A good defence is essential, as gun offences can turn bad fast.

We explain the concept of the powers of attorney and what it means for you.

Australian laws don’t solve all LGBTQ family law and inheritance problems.

Treatment of drug-related offenders is not working – the LIV discusses with the Attorney General ways that we could do better.

Being drunk in public is illegal, particularly if mixed with antisocial behaviour or violence.

Who gets your stuff? We review what your ex gets, what your kids get, and what sort of arguments may arise after you die.

Custody arrangements and child support payments are detailed and sometimes hard to figure out. We examine the most common combinations.

We give an overview of the Workers Compensation Scheme and what your entitlements may be.