Deceased Estates – What Happens When Executors Don’t Agree
When someone dies, their assets are usually distributed according to their will. The person responsible for managing and distributing these assets is the...
Will Contests and Estate Disputes – an Overview
In Australia, there are legal avenues available to individuals who wish to contest a will or challenge the distribution of an estate. Although regrettable,...
The importance of estate planning before capacity becomes an issue
We should all plan for our future. Certainly, we should all have a current will, especially those of us who need to make special arrangements for the care of...
What Happens After Settling My Compensation Claim? – Practical and Financial Considerations
Settling a compensation claim can bring a sense of relief and closure after a challenging period of dealing with injuries, medical bills, and legal...
Choosing a Personal Injury Lawyer to Manage Your Compensation Claim
Suffering a personal injury can be a distressing and life-altering experience. Whether your injury is a result of a car accident, medical negligence,...
Top 6 Reasons Why Your Personal Injury Claim Might Be Rejected – And What To Do About It
Sustaining a personal injury - whether at work, on the street, in a motor vehicle accident or elsewhere - can be a physically, emotionally, and financially...
Will I Have to Go to Court for My Personal Injury Claim?
When a person has suffered a personal injury, one of the most pressing questions that they have is often whether they will have to go to court to receive fair...
Common Concerns when making a Workers’ Compensation Claim
The prospect of filing a workers' compensation claim can be daunting for many employees. Injured workers often delay or avoid taking the necessary steps to...
Dying intestate – The perils of not making or updating your Will
A valid Will details how you want to give your estate after you die who will carry out that task (i.e. your executor). An executor can be a family member,...
How Mediation Can Help Resolve Your Family Law Matter
Mediation is a valuable and widely utilised method for resolving legal matters. This alternative form of dispute resolution is particularly valuable when it...