Media Coverage

In a recent feature on Yahoo News Australia, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, offered expert insights into a frequently overlooked road rule that could cost drivers a $410 fine. The article focuses on the requirement for motorists to use their indicators appropriately when changing lanes or turning, a rule often […]

Astor Legal’s principal lawyer, Avinash Singh, was featured in a 7News article providing expert analysis on crime patterns across New South Wales. The story examined the Local Government Areas (LGAs) where offences are most commonly reported, offering valuable insights into crime trends and their social and legal implications. In his commentary, Mr. Singh highlighted the […]

In a recent feature on 7News, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, provided expert commentary on a little-known driving rule causing a surge in fines across New South Wales. The report highlights the offence of improperly using high beams, a common infraction that can attract penalties of up to $2,000. Avinash […]

In a recent feature on PerthNow, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and founder of Astor Legal, shared his expert insights on a little-known driving rule causing a spike in fines for motorists—flashing high beams. The article highlights how this seemingly minor action can lead to penalties of up to $2,000 if it is deemed to […]

In a recent article featured in Daily Mail Australia, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, provided expert insights into a seemingly friendly driving gesture that could land Australians with fines of up to $2,200. The article sheds light on the practice of drivers flashing their headlights to warn others of police […]

In a recent article featured on Yahoo News Australia, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, provided expert commentary on a standard road rule drivers frequently ignore—failing to keep left unless overtaking. This often-overlooked rule, which applies on multi-lane roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or higher, can sometimes lead to […]

In a recent Yahoo News Australia article, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, provided important legal insights into the growing trend of individuals using fraudulent tactics to retain their driver’s licences. The article highlights the risks and legal consequences of these actions, which have become a widespread concern as more drivers […]

In a recent article featured in Daily Mail Australia, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, provided expert commentary on the legal ramifications of honking a car horn in Australia. The article explores the circumstances under which using a car horn may be considered illegal, mainly when it is used for reasons […]

In an insightful article featured on Lawyers Weekly, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, shared his perspectives on how the rise in crime rates affects criminal law practice in Australia. The piece examines criminal lawyers’ challenges as they navigate increased caseloads and evolving legal complexities driven by recent societal and economic […]

In a compelling feature on SBS Insight, Avinash Singh, criminal defence lawyer and principal at Astor Legal, provided expert commentary on the contentious issue of landlord-installed surveillance cameras in rental properties. The article delves into a case where a landlord installed CCTV cameras within a tenant’s home, raising serious concerns about privacy and the legal […]