The Latest from O’Hearn Laywers

On December 11 2024, the High Court of Australia handed down a decision that every employer must take seriously. In Elisha v Vision Australia [2024] HCA 50, the Court ruled that breaching your own employment contracts can lead to hefty payouts – this time a staggering $1.44 million. What does this mean for you? It…

When someone passes away, their estate (their money, property and belongings they leave behind) is usually divided among their loved ones according to their will or the law. But what happens if a family member has been estranged – meaning they’ve been distant or out of contact for a long time? Can they still receive…