Koffels News

In Potter (A Pseudonym) v The King, the High Court ruled that covert recordings may be admissible when reasonably necessary to protect lawful interests, including bodily autonomy and integrity, strengthening legal recognition of protective evidence gathered by victim-survivors

As Alan Jones faces indecent assault and sexual touching charges in a judge-alone trial, the proceedings highlight key aspects of New South Wales criminal law, including the distinction between different sexual offences, as well as the operation of closed-court and judge-alone hearings.

On 1 August 2025, Koffels published an article listing OSHC, Neutral Bay among 52 centres with no evidence of offending by David William James. Koffels has identified this as an error and holds no evidence linking him to that centre.

If your child attended a Sydney daycare and you’re watching the Operation Moonbi coverage anxiously, this is for you. Koffels explains what the investigation involves, what to do if the AFP makes contact, and where families can find support.

The High Court hands down judgment tomorrow in AA v Maitland-Newcastle, examining whether Catholic dioceses owe non-delegable duties for clergy abuse. The decision will clarify institutional liability principles affecting historical abuse claims across Australia. Koffels represents the appellant.

In the wake of the Porepunkah shooting, it is important to explore the nature and extent of gun ownership in Australia and re-evaluate the regulatory frameworks.

A former Sydney childcare worker has been charged with child sexual abuse. Six centres are linked to allegations. A further 52 are named, with no evidence of offending. Families are urged to seek legal guidance.

A landmark Catholic Church abuse case has reached the High Court, focusing on whether dioceses owe a non-delegable duty of care to children abused by clergy. The outcome could reshape survivor claims across Australia.

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