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01Workplace

August 7, 2026

Worker Status in Family Businesses: Lessons from WorkCover Queensland v CRG Harvesting Pty Ltd

A job title, ABN or family relationship does not necessarily decide whether you are covered by WorkCover Queensland. The key question is whether, in substance, you worked as an employee or fell within another category of worker recognised by Queensland law. The Queensland Court of Appeal's decision in WorkCover Queensland v CRG Harvesting Pty Ltd [2026] QCA 124 shows why the reality of the working relationship matters — particularly in a family business.

02Criminal

July 30, 2026

Charged with Drink Driving in Queensland? What You Need to Know

Being charged with drink driving can have serious and immediate consequences. Even for a first offence, you will be required to attend court and may face a fine, licence disqualification or, in more serious cases, imprisonment. Understanding the process and obtaining legal advice early can help you prepare for court and protect your interests.

03Compensation

July 1, 2026

在澳洲受傷後，可以同時申請海外保險和澳洲 CTP／WorkCover 嗎？小心「重複索償」

很多來自台灣、香港、中國內地或其他地區的人士，在海外生活、留學、工作或旅遊時，可能本身已經有私人意外保險、旅遊保險、僱員保險或其他人身意外保障。在澳洲發生意外後，很多人會問：「我可以先申請台灣、香港或中國內地的意外保險，然後再申請澳洲的 CTP 或 WorkCover 賠償嗎？」簡單來說：必須非常小心。一般情況下，你不能就同一項損失獲得雙重賠償。這種情況通常稱為「重複索償」或 "double dipping"。什麼是「重複索償」？「重複索償」是指就同一項開支或損失，向不同保險公司或賠償制度重複申請並收取賠償。例如：你在澳洲支付了 $2,000 的物理治療費；你的台灣或香港意外保險已經向你賠償了這 $2,000；你之後再向澳洲的 WorkCover 或 CTP 保險公司申請報銷同一筆 $2,000 的物理治療費。這種情況通常是不可以的。澳洲的賠償制度主要是補償實際損失，而不是讓受傷人士就同一項損失獲得額外利益。

04Motor vehicle

June 25, 2026

Hit and Run in Queensland: Can You Still Make a CTP Claim If You Cannot Identify the Driver?

Yes. If you were injured in a hit and run accident in Queensland and the driver or vehicle cannot be identified, you may still have legal rights under the law of negligence. In some cases, a claim may be made against the Nominal Defendant, which responds to certain CTP claims involving unidentified, uninsured or unregistered vehicles. However, hit and run claims can involve strict time limits and evidence requirements. It is important to understand how negligence law operates, what steps may be required, and how Queensland's CTP scheme deals with unidentified vehicles. The Short Answer If another driver's negligence caused…

05Motor vehicle

June 24, 2026

New Queensland E-Bike and E-Scooter Laws 2026: What Riders Need to Know

E-bikes, e-scooters and Personal Mobility Devices have become increasingly common across Queensland, particularly in busy areas such as Brisbane City, South Bank, Fortitude Valley, West End, Toowong, South Brisbane, New Farm and other inner-city suburbs. They are convenient, affordable and easy to access. However, they also create safety risks for riders, pedestrians, drivers and other road users. In response to community concerns, the Queensland Government is introducing tougher rules for e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards, e-unicycles and other Personal Mobility Devices, commonly known as PMDs. The new laws start progressively in 2026 and will affect where people can ride, how fast they…

06Motor vehicle

June 22, 2026

Rear-End Accident Queensland: Is the Driver Behind Always at Fault?

Rear-End Accidents in Queensland: Is the Driver Behind Always at Fault? Rear-end accidents are common on Queensland roads. A common assumption is that if one vehicle hits the back of another vehicle, the driver behind is automatically at fault. That assumption is not always correct. In Queensland motor vehicle accident matters, liability depends on the particular facts of the accident. Relevant issues may include whether the driver behind kept a safe distance, whether the front vehicle stopped suddenly, whether indicators or hazard lights were used, whether the road was clear, whether traffic conditions affected visibility, and whether each driver had…

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