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31 January Police apology to child sex abuse victims delayed Victoria’s Police chief commissioner, Graham Ashton, has said it is likely that the police will issue an apology to survivors of institutional child sex abuse for failing to take seriously and act on complaints of abuse over many years. By Amy Olver
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27 January Pizza Hut the latest in a line of employment scandals Another large employer operating under a franchisee structure has been taking advantage of vulnerable workers - mainly younger workers, migrants and overseas students. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
20 January Ridsdale faces numerous charges of pedophilia Father Gerald Ridsdale appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court today, 20 January 2017, via videolink from prison. Ridsdale appeared for a mention hearing regarding allegations of child sexual abuse that are being investigated by Taskforce SANO. By Annie Kent
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20 January Court orders and parent plans: plan your school year now Whether you are following court orders or parenting plans, summer holidays and the new school year can throw out the regular care arrangements for the children. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
Family Law cases spike in New Year
16 January Family Law cases spike in New Year Traditionally there is a heightened awareness in the lead up to Christmas that family violence increases as the financial and emotional pressures of the festive season draw closer. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
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4 January How do I claim WorkCover benefits as a casual? How to claim WorkCover benefits as a casual or as a labour hire firm employee. By Ross Inglis
Drones and workplace privacy laws
21 December Could drones be used to spy on workers' private lives? Allegations that Rio Tinto used drones to snoop on its workers may have been denied, but does the law protect workers’ privacy in the face of the increasing intrusion of technology at work and in the home? By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
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20 December Future insights from Orm and what matters most today In a rare interview, Orm Thomas - one of the founders Ryan Carlisle Thomas - shares his thoughts on where law is headed, where he likes to spend his time and what he does to make a difference today. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
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12 December Founder of law firm Ryan Carlisle Thomas, provides insights for young lawyers Founder of Melbourne law firm Ryan Carlisle Thomas, Orm Thomas, reflects on his experiences with the legal system and provides insights for the next generation of lawyers. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
9 December Casual or labour hire workers - how to calculate WorkCover benefits How to calculate your WorkCover benefits if you have been injured while working as a casual or labour hire worker. By Ross Inglis
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Our usual Blog authors are lawyers employed by Ryan Carlisle Thomas and/or its associated entity, Stringer Clark.

From time to time, we may also publish blogs authored by other staff members or guest bloggers. Where this is the case, it will be made clear. Any advice applies to Victorian State law as at the date of first publication. The information is a general guide only and is not a substitute for legal advice applicable to a user's own circumstances.

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Nadine Scarlett
Nadine Scarlett Practice Areas: Wills And Probate
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Amanda Burns
Amanda Burns Practice Areas: Wills And Probate
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Jessica Steele
Jessica Steele Practice Areas: Family And Relationship Law, Workplace Injury And WorkCover Claims, Road Injury And TAC Claims, Superannuation TPD Insurance, Sexual And Institutional Abuse
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Amy Olver
Amy Olver Practice Areas: Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Workplace Injury And WorkCover Claims
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