Here are some pointers to stay safe on the roads as you plan your holidays:-
 
1.         Stay alert behind the wheel – It is important to prepare for your trip mentally and to get enough sleep before you embark on your big drive.   In Queensland, approximately 15% of road fatalities are caused by driver fatigue – it is staggering to think that these fatalities could have been avoided.   Map out your trip to include enough rest breaks and give yourself more time to get to your destination.  It helps your concentration tremendously to have regular breaks and stay hydrated! 

Why We Verify Your Identity
 
Verification of Identity (VOI) helps ensure that the person giving instructions or signing documents is genuinely who they say they are. This reduces the risk of identity theft and property fraud and helps protect you, your assets, and the integrity of your matter.
In Queensland, lawyers are required to take “reasonable steps” to verify a client’s identity, particularly in property transactions and matters involving registry documents. VOI is a common and accepted way of meeting these obligations.
VOI itself does not confirm your authority to act (for example, as an attorney or company director). Additional checks may be required.
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We’re proud to recognise Kelsie for recently completing her Practice Management Course through the Queensland Law Society. 

Undertaking further study while maintaining a busy workload is no small feat, and Kelsie has shown real dedication and commitment in fitting it all in alongside her work at Arthur Browne & Associates.

Kelsie is a Senior Associate with the firm and practises in Commercial Law, Rural Law and Succession Planning, where she supports clients with practical and strategic advice.
Continuing to build knowledge and skills through professional development is something we greatly value, and we’re delighted to acknowledge Kelsie’s effort and achievement.

​Congratulations, Kelsie — a fantastic accomplishment and a great example of commitment to growth.

Top 5 things to do if you are injured at work
 
Each year, thousands of workers in Queensland are injured in the course of their employment.
A work-related injury is 'a personal injury arising out of, or in the course of, employment if the employment is a significant contributing factor to the injury.'
 
An injury can be physical, psychological (anxiety or depression), in the form of a disease, an aggravation of a previous condition or death from an injury or disease.  An injury can be sustained while at work, travelling to or from work, whilst working from home or even while on a break at work.