Kevin Noble, Author at Baker Love Lawyers Newcastle

NSW deepfake & image-based abuse charges

New South Wales has continued to strengthen its criminal laws targeting image-based abuse, including AI-generated “deepfake” material. Recent amendments to the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) make it a criminal offence to create, distribute, or threaten to distribute sexually explicit images, video or audio of a person without their consent, including digitally altered or AI-generated content. […]

February 25, 2026
By Kevin Noble
Debt Recovery, Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Have you been served with a statutory demand?

Being served with a statutory demand can be confronting. It is one of the most powerful debt recovery tools available to creditors, and ignoring it can place a company at real risk of being wound up.Below is a straightforward guide to what a statutory demand is, why it matters, and the steps you can take. […]

January 22, 2026
By Kevin Noble
Employment Law, Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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High Court confirms: Employees can recover compensation for psychological injury caused by unfair dismissal

In a major shift for Australian employment law, the High Court of Australia has confirmed for the first time that an employee can recover damages for psychological injury caused by the way their employment was terminated. The decision in Elisha v Vision Australia Ltd [2024] HCA 50 significantly reshapes the risk profile for employers when […]

Self-Representation and AI: A growing risk in Australian Courts

Australian courts are increasingly encountering self-represented litigants who rely on generative AI tools to prepare court documents, research the law, or draft submissions. While AI can seem like an easy shortcut when someone cannot afford a lawyer, the reality is that it often creates more problems than it solves. Courts are now issuing formal warnings […]

Think twice before drinking and getting behind the wheel this holiday season

The festive season brings celebrations, late nights and more time on the road. It also brings intensified police operations across New South Wales, including random breath testing (RBT) and roadside drug testing. A single mistake can result in a criminal conviction, lengthy licence disqualification, substantial fines, mandatory interlock conditions, the loss of your vehicle and […]

November 26, 2025
By Kevin Noble
Employment Law
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FIFA’s football agent regulations: What you need to know

The 2023 FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR) introduced a sweeping overhaul of the global football agent industry. After years of decentralized oversight, where national associations regulated agents with varied requirements FIFA has reasserted centralized control through the FFAR. These rules aim to promote ethical conduct, financial transparency, and fair representation in football worldwide. The FFAR […]

October 31, 2025
By Kevin Noble
Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property & Conveyancing
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NSW rental law reforms: key changes for landlords and tenants

The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 and associated Regulation 2025 have now taken effect, marking a significant overhaul of residential tenancy laws in New South Wales. While some changes commenced on 31 October 2024, the majority of reforms commenced earlier this year on 19 May 2025, with enforcement by NSW Fair Trading, including via a […]

Understanding Drink Driving Charges in NSW

Drink driving is treated very seriously in New South Wales. Whether it’s a first-time incident or a repeat offence, being caught over the legal alcohol limit can lead to fines, licence suspensions, and even jail time. If you’ve been charged with a drink driving offence, it’s crucial to understand the penalties and your legal options. […]

Charged With a Crime in NSW? What the Police Must Tell You and Why It Can Make or Break Your Case

If you’ve been charged with a criminal offence in New South Wales, or you’re supporting someone who has, one of the most important legal protections you have is the right to know what evidence the police and prosecution hold. This right is called the duty of disclosure. It’s a fundamental part of a fair criminal […]

Unfair Dismissal: Understanding Your Dismissal Rights

If you’ve lost your job and believe it was done unfairly, it’s important to know your rights under Australian employment law. When Are You Considered Dismissed? You are considered to have been dismissed if: What Is Unfair Dismissal? An unfair dismissal occurs when your termination is: You may be protected under unfair dismissal laws or […]

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NSW deepfake & image-based abuse charges

Have you been served with a statutory demand?

High Court confirms: Employees can recover compensation for psychological injury caused by unfair dismissal

Self-Representation and AI: A growing risk in Australian Courts

Think twice before drinking and getting behind the wheel this holiday season

FIFA’s football agent regulations: What you need to know

NSW rental law reforms: key changes for landlords and tenants

Understanding Drink Driving Charges in NSW

Charged With a Crime in NSW? What the Police Must Tell You and Why It Can Make or Break Your Case

Unfair Dismissal: Understanding Your Dismissal Rights

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