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Tindall Gask Bentley Lawyers

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8212 1077

Address: 76 Light Square 5000 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.tgb.com.au

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25.01.2022 TGB announces new Managing Partner After 18 years in the role, Morry Bailes AM is changing tack to take on a strategic consulting role within the firm. Long time Partner, Gary Allison will take on the mantle of Managing Partner as of 1 July. We take this opportunity to thank Morry and congratulate Gary. Promotions We are delighted to announce the elevation of Samuel Joyce and Luke Officer to the firm’s partnership. Both Sam and Luke are well regarded in the legal profession ...and represent the values of integrity, inclusiveness, respect and professionalism. Congratulations also to our newly promoted Senior Associates Benjamin Smith and Alexandra Harris and newly appointed Associates Deanna Gatto, Claudia Zimmermann and Daniel Weekley. We are extremely fortunate to have so many outstanding lawyers at the firm that reflect our values. Congratulations to all those promoted and to new staff members that have joined the TGB team. https://tgb.com.au/unca/tgb-announces-new-managing-partner/

25.01.2022 The suicide rate for Defence veterans is significantly higher than the general population, so what needs to change to better protect and help these people who have served our country? TGB partner and Law Society of SA President Tim White's column in The Advertiser today.

24.01.2022 Lodging a Commonwealth Injury Claim Important things you need to be aware of. How and why does a valid work injury claim get rejected and what can workers do to protect themselves? When workers leave it too late to report their injury or condition to their employer or delay in lodging the claim, it can make the claims process more difficult and will often result in the claim being rejected.... This is usually the case with common workplace injuries that have a gradual onset resulting from repetitive work duties such as wrist injuries or shoulder injuries that come about from overuse / performing the same physical duties over time. TGB Senior Associate Alex Harris. https://buff.ly/3dw9jTA

24.01.2022 Going through separation is hard - and it's even harder while the world tries to get through Covid-19... In troubled times you need free, practical, helpful advice. That’s why we wrote "Surviving Separation" our free 60-page eBook guide to splitting up, packing up and moving forward.... "Surviving Separation" has been created for you. If you understand the separation process and its different stages you greatly improve your chances of getting through it without going broke or experiencing extreme emotional trauma. We want you to move forward with confidence. Click NOW for your FREE download!

24.01.2022 TGB Lawyers has established a COVID-19 Commercial and Business helpline to provide free essential information to those in need of urgent legal, corporate, commercial and business advice. Click for more details...

24.01.2022 Covid-19 has stopped our way of life and will impact some very big decisions. Here are some tips and hints that may help in making decisions on your separation, divorce or family law matter during these uncertain times.

23.01.2022 Lodging a Commonwealth Injury Claim Important things you need to be aware of. How and why does a valid work injury claim get rejected and what can workers do to protect themselves? When workers leave it too late to report their injury or condition to their employer or delay in lodging the claim, it can make the claims process more difficult and will often result in the claim being rejected.... This is usually the case with common workplace injuries that have a gradual onset resulting from repetitive work duties such as wrist injuries or shoulder injuries that come about from overuse / performing the same physical duties over time. TGB Senior Associate Alex Harris. https://buff.ly/3dw9jTA

23.01.2022 Reforming drug users benefits us all. Law Society president and TGB partner Tim White says drug taking should be primarily treated as a social health issue. Reducing the prevalence of crime is not achieved by simply imposing harsher penalties.

23.01.2022 Should a convicted criminal receive a 40 per cent reduction in jail time if they plead guilty to an offence shortly after being charged? TGB Partner and SA Law Society President Tim White on the current discounting regime.

22.01.2022 Emergency workers fighting new battle. First responders save lives all day, every day. They are exposed to events that most of us could not possibly imagine nor cope with. Law Society President and TGB Partner Tim White looks into the issues with PTSD work injuries claims.

22.01.2022 Changes to Land Tax. Have you received a letter from Revenue SA about land tax changes? If you have don’t ignore it. Providing the right information and documents to Revenue SA now may save you lots of money, and failing to do so is likely to cost you even more. We recommend that you seek advice from us if you have received a land tax letter. Dealing with this properly is not necessarily an expensive matter, but it can have big benefits. https://buff.ly/2z3OqPW

22.01.2022 SA Law Society backs more checks on vulnerable people. In a statement to The Advertiser, the SA Law Society backed a Labor plan to revive parts of the state’s Community Visitor Scheme that were cut back after disability care services moved from state to federal control in 2018. Law Society SA president Tim White said a lack of connection between the two levels of government raised the risk of abuse for vulnerable people.... There are currently federal and state laws designed to protect people with disability from violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation, but the current regimes have significant gaps, in part due to the way the jurisdictions interact, he said. Those gaps can have grave consequences for the safety of people with disability in the community. The proposed implementation of a Community Visitor Scheme with appropriate safeguards would go a significant way to providing a legal safety net and addressing some of these.

21.01.2022 Do I need a lawyer if my work injury claim is accepted? Having a lawyer involved with your claim, even if it is accepted and you've had no issues could mean the difference between receiving a lump sum compensation payment versus receiving nothing. This is especially true when your injuries are deemed medically stable and the time comes for you to undergo an Whole Person Impairment assessment.... I will be able to assess your workers compensation claim, evaluate the medical evidence and I will ensure that all the relevant medical evidence is considered. My job is to identify and maximise your entitlements and the amount of compensation payable. Read the whole article from TGB Senior Associate Alexandra Harris.

21.01.2022 Coronavirus restrictions will successfully challenge entrenched views and traditions in firms and will make for a better profession, according to TGB partner and Law Society of South Australia President Tim White, when he spoke to Lawyers Weekly.

21.01.2022 Following a series of changes to the Northern Territory's Return to Work Act there is now "deemed" acceptance of claims for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ('PTSD') for frontline emergency workers (first responders). But does it mean all PTSD claims by emergency response personnel will have their claims accepted? TGB Partner Victoria Bell takes a look at the changes. https://buff.ly/3kI22Do

21.01.2022 2020 is set to be a significant year for the South Australian legal profession, and at the heart of it will be TGB partner Tim White, who has begun his one-year term as Law Society of South Australia President. Read more here.

21.01.2022 Life can take unexpected turns as the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic is reminding us. This challenging, unusual time has forced many of us to adapt our everyday routines, including work habits. It has also caused many people to stop, think, and appreciate that having a valid Will and professionally prepared estate planning documents in place is a must. Indeed, the time to act is now and make necessary preparations.... At Tindall Gask Bentley, our lawyers are working remotely the majority of the time and seeing clients only when absolutely necessary. There’s really no need to come into the office our lawyers can speak with you via phone, Face Time, Skype etc and send any documents via fax and email.

21.01.2022 An increasingly common way to get into the property market these days is buying a property with another person. Whilst there are a whole host of reasons as to why you might find yourself buying a property with another, the most common matchups are: With a friend or sibling for investment purposes; and A mum or dad co-owning a property with their child to get their child into the property market.... Whilst this can be a great way to get into the property market, there are a few things you should consider carefully before buying. TGB Senior Associate Kate Soderstrom and Associate Claudia Zimmermann look at the options.

20.01.2022 Workers psychiatrically injured on the job are closer to receiving the same rights as those who suffer physical injuries after the Supreme Court rejected an appeal against a teacher’s payout. Tindall Gask Bentley Partner Tim White, in his role as Law Society President, said the judgment cast much needed light on the way the statute was to be interpreted, but also maintained that the decision placed significant barriers between injured workers and compensation. The Society ...maintains the view that the legislation, faithfully interpreted by the judgment, unfairly treats psychiatrically injured workers, he said. The complex nature of psychiatric injuries is such that it is often difficult to neatly classify and assess the various factors contributing to the injury. In addition to the more difficult test applied to psychiatric injuries, the workers compensation scheme prohibits anyone who suffered a work-related psychiatric injury from receiving any lump sum compensation in recognition of their impairment.

20.01.2022 Let's drag the law into the 21st Century. The COVID-19 death toll has demonstrated how gravely susceptible older people, particularly aged-care residents, are at risk of succumbing to the virus. SA Law Society president and TGB Partner Tim White says the greater use of technology can help more people access legal services.

20.01.2022 The Supreme Court has taken on a case which could redefine how employees are compensated for nervous breakdowns, anxiety and depression suffered in the workplace. TGB partner Tim White, in his role as Law Society of SA President, shared his thoughts with The Advertiser, saying current workplace law "clearly discriminates against workers who have suffered psychiatric injury".

19.01.2022 Society expects people to behave responsibly when it comes to protecting themselves and others in the face of coronavirus. But governments have far-reaching laws and powers to call upon for the common good, writes TGB managing partner Morry Bailes in his latest column for InDaily.

18.01.2022 Emergency workers fighting new battle. First responders save lives all day, every day. They are exposed to events that most of us could not possibly imagine nor cope with. Law Society President and TGB Partner Tim White looks into the issues with PTSD work injuries claims.

18.01.2022 If you're in the process of setting up and registering a not-for-profit or charity, there are a few things you should keep in mind to make sure you are appropriately protected, registerable and meeting your regulatory obligations. TGB Associate Claudia Zimmermann looks at navigating your way through. https://buff.ly/3n39PfU

18.01.2022 Online bullying in need of reboot About 40 per cent of teenagers report being bullied online. The consequences of cyberbullying are often considerable and long-term. SA Law Society president and TGB partner Tim White says social media companies have a vital role in monitoring what material is posted.

18.01.2022 This year, Tindall Gask Bentley Lawyers turns 50! We are honoured to have helped tens of thousands of people across the country solve their legal problems so, to say thank you, we are offering a special gift Anyone who turns 50 in 2020 is entitled to a complimentary basic Will*... Having a Will is one of the kindest things you can do for your family, while the consequences of not having one are many. So if you’ve been putting off getting your Will done, or your circumstances have changed and you need to update yours, now’s the perfect time! Make sure the ones you love the most are looked after no matter what the future holds. You can even do your Will from the comfort and safety of your own home, with no need to visit our offices. Our lawyers can speak with you via phone, Face Time, Skype etc and send documents via fax and email. Ready to get started? Click on the link to book your appointment now!

17.01.2022 A sleep-deprived worker who suffered a serious head injury when he crashed into a tree has been awarded workers compensation after a five-year-legal battle. The Supreme Court ordered last month that the vineyard worker’s long hours during vintage had increased the risk of an accident and that as a result the injuries were compensable. Law Society president Tim White told The Advertiser that while the judgment related to a now inactive workers compensation scheme, the terms de...fined by the court could still impact on future cases. It is likely that the Supreme Court judgment may encourage, rather than discourage, workers who are injured on a journey to or from work to claim that the conditions of their employment increased the risk of the circumstances that resulted in an injury, even if there is no clear, direct link between the employment and the injury, he said. It will be interesting to see the outcomes of future cases where the links between the nature of the employment and injuries caused on journeys to and from the workplace are less clear.

17.01.2022 In a momentous decision, the Government has announced a Commissioner into Defence veteran suicide. TGB partner Tim White discusses what it means moving forward.

16.01.2022 President of the Law Society of South Australia and TGB Partner Tim White said that in most situations, most people are better off accepting the expiation notice, paying a fine and getting on with their lives. "The sensible approach is to approach it with caution," Mr White said. "Unfortunately, when you challenge an expiation notice, it [goes] into the courts system. "And if you're unsuccessful, the court costs you have to then incur are often considerably more than what the... expiation notice was." He said people who challenge traffic expiations are also at a disadvantage because they might not know what evidence there is for or against them. "So the strength of your case is really not known at the time you're making a decision [about whether] to challenge the expiation," Mr White said. https://buff.ly/3d9FckV

16.01.2022 A warning to Retail and Commercial Landlords beware! There are several new time frame and administrative requirements that have been imposed under the amendments made to the Retail and Commercial Leases Act 1995 (click here for an overview of what these amendments are). It is imperative that Landlords in particular need to be aware of these requirements, so as to avoid unnecessary legal problems and penalties. TGB Associate Claudia Zimmermann explains the new requirements.

14.01.2022 In these unprecedented times it is not unusual to think about our own frailties and those of the important people in our life. We start to consider what would happen if we became unwell and needed someone to assist with managing our health and financial welfare. What if we needed to take care of such matters for our loved ones, particularly for the elderly in our life?

13.01.2022 A warning to Retail and Commercial Landlords beware! There are several new time frame and administrative requirements that have been imposed under the amendments made to the Retail and Commercial Leases Act 1995 (click here for an overview of what these amendments are). It is imperative that Landlords in particular need to be aware of these requirements, so as to avoid unnecessary legal problems and penalties. TGB Associate Claudia Zimmermann explains the new requirements.

13.01.2022 Human Services Minister Michelle Lensink to release interim report into disability sector gaps, after Ann Marie Smith’s tragic death Ann Marie Smith’s shocking death sparked emotional pleas to fix safety gaps in the disability sector. On Tuesday the first report of a task force set up in the wake of that horror will be released. Law Society SA president Tim White said a lack of connection between the two levels of government raised the risk of abuse for vulnerable people.... There are currently federal and state laws designed to protect people with disability from violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation, but the current regimes have significant gaps, in part due to the way the jurisdictions interact, he said. Those gaps can have grave consequences for the safety of people with disability in the community. The proposed implementation of a Community Visitor Scheme with appropriate safeguards would go a significant way to providing a legal safety net and addressing some of these.

13.01.2022 Veterans battling to fix compo scheme. Remembrance day is an important time that lets us reflect on those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. But there are many more who avoided being a casualty of war but still sacrificed a great deal in the service of their country. TGB Partner and Law Society President Tim White talks about fixing the current compo scheme.

12.01.2022 Family Court system delays could hit years because of coronavirus. The Law Society is calling for more resources and judicial officers to cope with a burden they predict will last a lot longer than any lockdown and put pressure on an already strained system. TGB Partner Tim White, in his role as President of the Law Society of South Australia, said the pandemic had already thrown the system for dividing assets between divorcing couples into such disarray not seen since the G...lobal Financial Crisis. The inevitable consequence of this influx of unprecedented matters is that the already under-resourced family law system will be heaving under the strain of a ballooning workload for years to come unless significant resources are invested in the system, he said. The courts will be dealing with the fractured relationships caused by this crisis for several years.

12.01.2022 TGB partner and incoming Law Society of SA President for 2020, Tim White, speaking at the 2019 LSSA President's Christmas Cocktail Reception, where he outlined the challenges and opportunities the profession is set to encounter next year, including... * Greater connection between lawyers and other professionals so all can better serve their clients. * Improving the profession's credibility and connection with the public. * Being accessible and responsive to members' interests... * The Family Court Review. * The introduction of the Uniform Civil Rules. * SA's rapidly growing Space industry and the evolving laws around it. 2020 is set to be a significant year for the South Australian legal profession.

12.01.2022 And we're back. All TGB offices are now back to normal opening hours and operating in a COVID safe environment. Of course, if you have recently been to a COVID hotspot or are displaying any symptoms please call our offices first to discuss.

11.01.2022 Trade marks are all around us the slanted tick on your sneakers; the apple on the back of your phone (sorry Android users); even the Dun Dun from Law & Order. Whilst these are all examples from multi-million-dollar companies, trade marks are not just for the big players. If you own a business, whether it be hairdressing, IT support, landscape gardening or anything in between it may be worthwhile registering a trade mark to protect your business’ interests. TGB Associate Claudia Zimmermann looks at what you should know about protecting your business name.

11.01.2022 It's a scary time for the economy, employers and employees. Law Society of SA President, and TGB partner, Tim White offers his take on the growing coronavirus pandemic and the impact it will have on the workplace in his fortnightly column in The Advertiser.

11.01.2022 In a world of digital connectivity, coronavirus is wreaking havoc on businesses reliant on person-to-person contact. When the pandemic passes, laws and practices must change to reflect the new reality, writes TGB managing partner Morry Bailes in his latest column for InDaily.

10.01.2022 Co-parenting can be a tricky balancing at the best of times, let alone when people are meant to be self-isolating. Our lawyers give the rundown on how to co-parent smoothly during the coronavirus pandemic.

10.01.2022 Covid-19 is causing the legal profession, alongside countless other business sectors, to deliver services in markedly alternative ways, writes Tim White, TGB partner and Law Society of SA President. Read the full column here.

09.01.2022 The Law Council of Australia has been joined by South Australian senator Rex Patrick in urging the Federal Government to release draft legislation and extra protections before cementing rules relating to the COVIDSafe app. TGB Partner Tim White in his role as president of the Law Society of SA said the body was seeking to have draft legislation released as soon as possible. It is important that the Government is completely transparent about the use and the storage of the d...ata, and both technical and legislative measures to protect users’ privacy, White said. The legislation should also prescribe the time frame within which the app will operate and data is to be deleted, providing explicit obligations to wind back the app and delete data as soon as the app or the data collected by the app is no longer necessary for its stated purpose. In theory, the COVIDSafe app could be extremely effective at contract tracing and therefore play a key role in easing the restrictive quarantine measures currently imposed on Australians.

09.01.2022 Separation and all the challenges that follow are daunting, regardless of the stage of life you may be in. It is incredibly easy to become consumed by the emotional turmoil of the situation, which in turn can also make it hard to decipher what to do next, who you should speak with and where you seek help from. These are basic considerations but ones that are important, as they form the foundation of how you move forward in a time of crisis. TGB Senior Associate Rebecca Zanol helps guide you through.

09.01.2022 State Government rejects legal push for remote document witnessing during pandemic. TGB Partner Tim White, in his role as Law Society of SA President talks to InDaily and says These are extraordinary times that require novel solutions

08.01.2022 When home is not a haven. For most of us, our homes are where we feel safe and secure. For others, a home is a hostile place where safety is not a certainty and where protecting oneself and our family is a daily struggle. It’s a day by day ritual of walking on eggshells to keep the peace and never knowing what slightest act or word will trigger a violent response.... Practising in family law, we have helped several clients who have walked into our offices terrified for their safety and the safety of their children or others they care for, including pets and elderly relatives. These clients walk in feeling powerless and without options to escape. They tell us of the threats to their safety and those they love if they contemplate changing their situation.

07.01.2022 Recent national headlines following the tragic story of South Australian woman Ann Marie Smith have left many feeling horrified and helpless. Ms Smith was found in deplorable conditions, having been abandoned for days to slowly perish, sitting upright in her squalid chair. Ms Smith suffered multi-organ failure as a result of her severe neglect and malnutrition, passing alone and undignified. There is no doubt that our system failed Ms Smith.... Tindall Gask Bentley Lawyer Nour Harb looks at The Special Disability Trust (SDT) and how it can help families plan for and secure the financial future of their loved ones who suffer with a disability.

07.01.2022 Who's really responsible? The legal framework for lockdown. Ignore the uninformed commentary about South Australia’s lockdown and who’s responsible Morry Bailes for InDaily.com.au explains the legislative framework that allowed South Australian authorities to effectively detain most of the state. https://buff.ly/33hyEN9

07.01.2022 For separated families, Covid-19 has added an unwanted layer of stress and complexity to care arrangements and finalising property settlements. TGB senior associate Melanie Tilmouth discusses the impact of Covid-19 on family law matters and why specialised family law advice can help eliminate your uncertainty.

07.01.2022 Let's help vulnerable people stay home. The elderly and people with a disability are frequently at risk of abuse and neglect. Law Society President and TGB Partner Tim White says we need to improve how we support vulnerable people at home. https://buff.ly/2Zx08Ne

06.01.2022 By the time the justice system gets involved, it can often be too late to help the victim of a domestic violence relationship. In his fortnightly column in The Advertiser, Law Society SA president, and TGB partner, Tim White says we can’t honestly say we are tackling the issue until we address the root causes.

06.01.2022 Keep Australia's judicial system a politics-free zone. TGB Partner Sam Joyce writes for INDAILY about the politics of the US judicial system and why we should keep politics out of our own system. https://buff.ly/3nvArqH

05.01.2022 The coronavirus pandemic is an unprecedented global event that is having a major impact on the economy, the way we interact, the viability and functionality of businesses and future employment and financial prospects. From a corporate, commercial and legal perspective we would like to provide you with some practical tips on how to best navigate and protect your business through these turbulent and uncertain times.

05.01.2022 Tindall Gask Bentley lawyers (TGB) is Covid-19 safe and open for business. During these unprecedented times the safety of our clients and staff has been top of mind whilst ensuring our business remains operational. With this in mind we anticipated restrictions being imposed and were on the front foot in terms of making sure staff could work remotely. Practices were refined and small problems were quickly resolved to ensure the smooth delivery of legal services, regardless of ...location. TGB had one eye on flattening the curve and the other on staying ahead of the curve. We continue to follow social distancing and hygiene protocols and regardless of the anticipated lifting of restrictions we remain committed to ensuring staff and clients remain safe. The following will remain in place for the foreseeable future; 1. Hand sanitiser at all entrances. 2. Regular sanitising of meeting rooms, lifts and other common areas. 3. Video or phone meeting options will remain available. 4. 4 square metre rule when meeting (if necessary) with clients face to face. 5. Staff attending office locations only if necessary. 6. All unnecessary travel restricted. 7. Asking clients and staff to remain at home if they are feeling unwell. By continuing to be vigilant we will build upon the effort of the community which has seen the rapid decline of Covid-19. In our 50th year TGB continues to provide legal services despite the world facing one of the most significant events in history. Visit our website for more information www.tgb.com.au Thankyou to our loyal clients, staff and friends of the firm. Yours faithfully CLAUDIO GALLONI Chief Executive Officer TINDALL GASK BENTLEY

05.01.2022 The legal profession faces a challenge to get better at educating the public about how people can use the law to help them in times of need. That’s the view of TGB partner, and new Law Society of South Australia president, Tim White. You can read the full article in Lawyers Weekly here.

05.01.2022 With the recent death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, President Trump is in a race to appoint the next US Supreme Court Justice before the November election. Law Society President and TGB Partner Tim White says "Thankfully our judges are not used as political pawns as they are in the US" https://buff.ly/3cwnMhP

04.01.2022 TGB Lawyers' response to the Coronavirus and how it impacts our clients at this time...

04.01.2022 Virtual Court Room As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic the legal profession found itself in a position where it needed to change its systems and embrace technology to continue to operate effectively. Courts and Tribunals across the State each introduced new processes to support the transition to a virtual court room. This meant lawyers were no longer expected to travel to court to appear before a Judge, Magistrate or Tribunal Member but rather we were dialed in by phone or by video conference into the virtual courtroom. Tindall Gask Bentley has been amongst the first law firms in South Australia to represent its clients at a trial through electronic means. TGB Senior Associate Olla Kutieleh talks about the new Virtual Court Room.

03.01.2022 Workers deserve a fair compo scheme. SA Law Society President and TGB Partner says "the premature severing of claimants inevitably leads to hardship".

03.01.2022 While Christmas is meant to be a time for celebration, family lawyers will also tell you that it is also when family disputes and breakdowns tend to increase. When separated couples cannot resolve their differences, usually over children and the division of assets, they often turn to the court system. TGB Partner and SA Law Society President Tim White says if the government really wants to improve the family law system it needs to address the real problem of a lack of resourcing.

03.01.2022 TGB partner Tim White spoke with ABC Radio Adelaide’s Sonya Feldhoff following this week’s announcement of an independent commissioner into Defence veteran suicide. Tim discusses what it could mean for grieving families, as well as the thousands of ex-servicemen and women who continue to battle PTSD and other significant mental illnesses after serving their country. Listen to the full discussion below.

03.01.2022 Why should you always have a contract reviewed before you sign it? It is surprising how frequently we see people after they sign contracts, when something goes wrong and they signed without understanding what they were agreeing to. There are two reasons to have a contract reviewed by a lawyer before you sign 1. To make sure that the contract says what you think it says, and does not say anything which you are not willing to agree to, and; 2. To identify clauses which the othe...r party may be prepared to change for your benefit or protection before you sign. TGB Senior Lawyer Giles Kahl says there is often no safe substitute for reading and understanding the entire document. See more

03.01.2022 About two people die every week in motor vehicle accidents on South Australian roads, with hundreds more significantly injured. Our compensation scheme for those injured in car accidents is a fault-based one, meaning you can only claim compensations for injuries if the accident was the other driver's fault. TGB Partner and SA Law Society president Tim White says people with significant injuries deserve to receive fair compensation.

03.01.2022 TGB Partner and SA Law Society President Tim White says "Why would we send vulnerable children down a path often leading to a life of crime?"

03.01.2022 Reforming drug users benefits us all. Law Society president and TGB partner Tim White says drug taking should be primarily treated as a social health issue. Reducing the prevalence of crime is not achieved by simply imposing harsher penalties.

03.01.2022 The Retail and Commercial Leases(Miscellaneous) Amendment Act 2019 came into operation on 1 July 2020, giving effect to several significant amendments to the Retail and Commercial Leases Act 1995 ('the Act'), that all Landlords and tenants should be aware of. TGB Associate Claudia Zimmermann outlines the changes.

02.01.2022 Pressure is mounting on the State Government to lift the age of criminal responsibility in South Australia from 10 to 14 years, but Attorney-General Vickie Chapman says no decision will be made until a federal review is handed down. In a letter to Chapman this month, SA Law Society president Tim White wrote that an increase in age of criminal responsibility to at least 14 years would bring the state into line with international human rights standards and obligations. He sai...d it would also bring SA into step with medical consensus regarding child brain development. Recent Australian research has shown that children who first encounter the justice system by the age of 14 are more likely to experience all types of supervisions in their later teens, particularly the most serious type a sentence of detention, White wrote. This data is particularly troubling given the high incarceration rates of South Australian Indigenous children and young people. An increase in the minimum age of criminal responsibility will not only lead to a number of positive benefits for children and young people, but will also result in cost savings in the criminal justice system.

02.01.2022 To our valued clients, Our South Australian office doors are closed as a result of the declaration by the State Government due to Covid-19 but it is business as usual. All our South Australian staff will be working from home and are available to provide ongoing legal services via email, phone and video conferencing facilities.... Our lawyers have direct phone numbers that can be found by visiting our website https://buff.ly/2Hf15nf Although our physical offices may be closed in South Australia we are very much open for business. Our Western Australian and Northern Territory offices remain physically open as normal. Our legal services include Wills and Estate administration and planning, Family Law (Divorce and Child issues), Employment and Industrial, Personal injury, Commercial and property transactions, Criminal and Disciplinary matters. We wish you and your loved ones the very best over the next few weeks as we confront this invisible enemy. Claudio Galloni Chief Executive Officer

02.01.2022 A medicinal cannabis oil user has had charges of drug driving dismissed in a court decision that found the MS sufferer was not affected by the drug despite a positive test. TGB partner Tim White, in his capacity as Law Society of SA president, spoke to The Advertiser about the landmark decision.

01.01.2022 You’re separated but not divorced do you know that your ex may still receive your assets upon your death? If you are dealing with a separation from your spouse, the last thing you may be thinking about is updating your Will. However this may be the most important time to consider your estate planning. TGB Associate Mia Chenoweth navigates the path to becoming financially separated.

01.01.2022 A religious pamphlet placed in letterboxes in an Adelaide suburb has exposed what lawyers call a "grey area" between state and federal anti-discrimination legislation, prompting renewed calls for a Charter of Human Rights. TGB partner Tim White, in his role as Law Society of SA president, spoke to InDaily.

01.01.2022 Space law, space wars, and the SA team rewriting the rulebook... TGB partner and Law Society of SA President Tim White's column in The Advertiser today.