New research out of Queensland shows there are rehabilitative ways to help reduce youth sexual crime - and youth crime overall.
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Since the news broke in 2023, the ‘mushroom case’ has taken on a life of its own. What made it so compelling?
The jury has delivered its unanimous verdict in one of the most-watched court cases ever. Here’s what was at play legally and what happens now.
Uncertainty is the new norm.
While caution is completely justified, it would be a mistake to drive innocent, caring men out of the sector.
Former Greens candidate Hannah Thomas’ injury during a recent Sydney protest has been in the headlines. Here’s what the law says.
From needing tougher penalties to stopping non-disclosure agreements silencing people, a new report shows Australia is falling behind on protecting workers.
Those who murdered the 15 year-old have received life sentences, but the ruling on racially motivated crime isn’t so definitive.
Pesutto is on the hook for legal costs after being found to have defamed Deeming. Now she’s intending to sue Pesutto’s backers, including key Liberal Party figures.
Researchers developed an educational chatbot to help law students and save time. But the AI kept giving inaccurate, misleading and even incorrect feedback.
More people will be going to the Moon in coming years, and the way current legal frameworks are written could lead to conflict.
Only a tiny fraction of Americans are rich enough for it to matter anyway. And many wealthy taxpayers already locked their existing assets into estate plans that they can’t change.
46 states have enacted a law that aims to reduce sexual offenders’ ability to re-offend, but the results have been mixed.
South Australia has announced tougher child sex offence laws. Is it a political move or will they actually help?
A decade of studying whistleblowers reveals the indispensable role played by supporters.
After an election campaign largely silent on women’s safety issues, the major parties have unveiled their policies. They fall well short of what is needed.
Lack of co-ordination means that information important for the safety of children can be missed.
Avoid using the handshake emoji ‘🤝’ if you’re ever unsure. And always keep any business-like arrangements on a more formal footing.
A major new study of Australian lawyers shows workplace culture is critical to improving staff wellbeing.
Distrust, systemic racism and fear all drive First Nations families away from using the court.
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