Terms & Conditions
Carter Hawkins Lawyers
Last updated: 25 February 2026
- About This Website
This website is operated by Carter Hawkins Lawyers (ACN 661 332 403) (“we”, “us”, “our”).
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree, you should not use this website.
- No Legal Advice
The content on this website is provided for general informational purposes only.
It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.
Every dust disease claim depends on its own facts, medical evidence and legal circumstances.
You should obtain independent legal advice before acting or relying on any information on this website.
- No Lawyer-Client Relationship
Contacting us through:
- This website
- Phone
- Live chat
does not create a lawyer-client relationship.
A lawyer-client relationship is only formed once:
- We have agreed to act for you in writing; and
- A formal costs agreement has been entered into.
Until that time, we are not responsible for taking action on your behalf.
- Confidentiality of Enquiries
We take reasonable steps to maintain confidentiality of enquiries.
However, transmission of information via:
- The internet
- Website forms
- Live chat
may not be completely secure.
You should avoid sending highly sensitive medical or financial documents unless requested.
- Liability Limitation
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- We exclude liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on information contained on this website.
- We do not guarantee that the website will be error-free or uninterrupted.
Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under Australian law.
- External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for:
- The content of third-party sites
- Their privacy practices
- Their accuracy
Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.
- Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website is owned by Carter Hawkins Lawyers, including:
- Text
- Layout
- Branding
- Design elements
You may not reproduce or distribute website content without written permission.
- Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales and the Commonwealth of Australia.
Any disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.