What is a National Police Check? National Police Checks, commonly known as a Criminal Record Check, is a search of a person’s criminal history to make an informed decision on an individual. They may be used to make decisions in many different situations including: recruitment and job applications volunteer and not for profit positions working…
From an acorn of an idea six years ago, Central Coast’s Fourtree Lawyers has proved true the old adage – from small things, big things grow. And to top it off, the firm celebrated the official opening of its Hunter Street, Newcastle office on November 6 2020. Opened late last year, Covid-19 delayed the much-anticipated…
District Court of New South Wales COVID-19 Update 29 July 2021 The temporary suspension of new jury trials in the following Courts will continue until 28 August 2021: The Downing Centre John Maddison Tower Campbelltown Gosford Katoomba Parramatta Penrith Wollongong Prioritising hearings – bringing criminal matters forward where the defendant is in custody Practitioners are…
Parenting Orders and the impact of COVID-19 As with almost all aspects of our daily lives, COVID-19 has created unique challenges for parents and children. The Family and Federal Circuit Courts are acutely aware of these challenges and have issued guidelines to assist parents to navigate their Parenting Orders whilst impacted by COVID-19. On 26…
Dealing with Police can be an extremely intimidating experience. While the Police have a lot of powers set out under legislation to help them carry out their work you also have rights that are designed to protect you. If the Police contact me, what should I do? Police can ask you to attend a Police…
Going to Court can be a very stressful experience. Most people are quite confused about what is expected of them and what will happen on the day. Fourtree Lawyers have put together a list of some everyday court etiquette to help you get through your day in Court. Dress neatly like you would for an…
Breath Test v Blood Test Drink driving one of most common offences to come before the Courts on the Central Coast & the Newcastle regions. If you have been caught drink driving you may have undergone both a breath test and a blood test to determine your blood alcohol concentration. So, what happens if those…
Going to Court is not a game The Department of Justice NSW was compelled to issue a warning this week. The Pokemon Go phenomenon will not be welcome inside any Court House in NSW. Warning – The Department of Justice NSW In a light-hearted but none the less serious press release this week, The Department…
Going to Court can be a daunting experience. We have put together “10 Tips For Going To Court” to help you understand what you will need to do on the day of your court appearance. When going to court… Don’t be late. Most Courts start at 9.30am. You should aim to be there before the…
What is Centrelink fraud? Centrelink fraud involves misleading Centrelink deliberately to receive payments you are not entitled to. Defrauding Social Security is regarded as a serious offence. Penalties for Centrelink fraud may include hefty fines, criminal charges and up to ten year’s imprisonment. If you have been charged with Centrelink fraud, you will need to…
