Hugo Law Group

02/09/2026

Some good news from us.

Perry Q Wood and Sanjay Selvakumaran have both joined the Hugo Law Group partnership.

Perry leads our strategy and growth. He has spent years acting for people whose criminal charges put their visa and their family at risk, and was named Managing Partner of the Year at this year’s Australian Law Awards.

Sanjay leads our civil litigation team. He acts for people bringing claims against police and government agencies, including false imprisonment, assault, negligence and malicious prosecution. Before joining us he acted for those agencies, so he knows exactly how these cases get defended.

We are in your corner. These two appointments make that mean more.


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24/08/2026

You snooze, you lose ⏰ — and when it comes to an intentional tort claim, you really can.

Thinking about seeking compensation following an alleged assault, battery, false imprisonment or malicious prosecution? There are strict deadlines for bringing a claim.

Depending on the circumstances, you may have three years or six years to commence proceedings — and some claims have additional time limits that apply even earlier.

Our latest Insights article breaks down limitation periods for intentional tort claims and why waiting too long can affect your ability to pursue a claim.

🔗 Read more here: https://hugolawgroup.com.au/insights/you-snooze-you-lose-limitation-periods-for-intentional-tort-claims/

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17/08/2026

Recorded without consent — when does it become a criminal offence?

NSW law specifically criminalises the recording of intimate images without consent, with penalties of up to three years’ imprisonment.

Our latest Insights article breaks down what can legally constitute an intimate image, what consent means under the law, what the prosecution must prove and the limited exceptions that can apply.

🔗 Read more via the link here:
https://hugolawgroup.com.au/insights/recording-intimate-images-without-consent-in-nsw/

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12/08/2026

What happens when a witness changes their story? ⚖️

A witness says one thing to police, then gives a different account in court. That inconsistency could be minor — or it could have a significant impact on their credibility and the case as a whole.

Our latest Insights article explains prior inconsistent statements, how they can be exposed during cross-examination and why they can sometimes make or break a criminal case.

🔗 Read more via the link here >
https://hugolawgroup.com.au/insights/prior-inconsistent-statements/

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11/08/2026

Another fantastic recognition for Carol Younes! 👏

We are incredibly proud to congratulate our Sydney Partner Carol Younes, who has once again been recognised as a Preeminent Lawyer in the Doyle’s Guide Leading Australian White Collar Crime, Corporate Crime & Regulatory Investigations Lawyers – 2026.

This national recognition reflects Carol’s expertise in complex white collar and corporate crime matters and, importantly, the respect she has earned from criminal lawyers and barristers across Australia.

Another well-deserved achievement. Congratulations, Carol! ⚖️

View the listing here >
https://doylesguide.com/leading-white-collar-crime-corporate-crime-regulatory-investigations-lawyers-australia-2026/

05/08/2026

Smart glasses are on the rise. So are the legal questions surrounding them. 👓⚖️ Read our article here.

Your glasses could be recording more than you think 👓⚖️

Meta Smart Glasses can take photos, record video, capture audio and even interact with AI — all while looking like a regular pair of glasses.

But where do Australia's privacy and criminal laws draw the line?

Our latest Insights article explores the legal risks associated with wearable technology, including:
✔️ Recording conversations
✔️ Filming in public and private spaces
✔️ Stalking and harassment laws
✔️ Sharing content online

Read the full article here>>
https://hugolawgroup.com.au/insights/meta-smart-glasses-could-their-use-amount-to-a-criminal-offence/

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05/08/2026

When can a court stop information from being published?

While Australia's courts operate on the principle of open justice, there are circumstances where information must remain confidential.

Our latest Insights article explains:
✔️ What non-publication and suppression orders are
✔️ When ACT courts can make these orders
✔️ How the law balances privacy with the public's right to know

🔗 Read more via the link here:
https://hugolawgroup.com.au/insights/non-publication-and-suppression-orders-in-the-act/

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28/07/2026

Australia's AML/CTF laws have changed. ⚖️

The long-awaited Tranche 2 reforms have expanded Australia's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing regime to cover certain legal services.

Our latest Insights article explains:
✔️ Which legal practices are affected
✔️ Why most criminal defence work remains outside the new regime
✔️ The new compliance obligations for regulated firms
✔️ What legal practitioners need to know

🔗 Read the article here:
https://hugolawgroup.com.au/insights/anti-money-laundering/

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22/07/2026

Can AI get it wrong?

Our Partner Tom Taylor recently joined Leon Delaney on Canberra Live (2CC Radio) to discuss Access Canberra's use of AI technology to detect mobile phone use while driving.

The interview explores the growing reliance on artificial intelligence, what happens when the technology makes mistakes, how motorists can challenge an infringement, and whether the current system requires greater oversight.

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15/07/2026

~ Understanding Australia's new hate crime laws ~

In response to a rise in antisemitic incidents and other hate-motivated offending, the Commonwealth and New South Wales have introduced new criminal offences and strengthened existing laws.

Our latest Insights article examines:

💠The new Commonwealth hate crime offences.

💠The difference between advocating and threatening violence.

💠Offences relating to property and places of worship.

💠NSW's new offence of publicly inciting hatred.

💠The significant penalties that can apply.

Understanding these legislative changes is important for anyone seeking to stay informed about Australia's evolving criminal law framework.

Read the article here:
https://lnkd.in/gCWPzniU

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