August 2023 - Matti Lamb & Associates

Social media and family law – Just don’t do it!

Social media – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and the like – can be a lot of fun and have become an accepted part of modern life. Many of us use such forms of electronic communication to share the exciting, as well as the banal events in our lives, to express our views and to stay in touch with loved ones. But what happens when people going through a relationship breakdown take to social media? Usually little good comes of it, and sometimes quite a lot of bad can result.

Your Personal Injury Claim – 7 Common Mistakes

Suffering an injury is a distressing experience, and pursuing a personal injury claim through the courts can be an important step towards seeking compensation for your losses. There are different laws about personal injury claims across Australia, and the processes vary depending on whether your injury happened at work, in a public place, while driving, or as the result of crime. However, regardless of the cause of your personal injury, it is crucial to be aware of the common mistakes that can undermine your claim and potentially reduce the chances of a successful outcome.

Buying Property with Someone Else – Considerations for Property Co-owners

Buying a property with someone else is a great way to share the fun, stress, and cost of the venture. Often people buy a house with their significant other, to make a home or invest together. Others buy property with friends, relatives or business partners. Joining forces with someone else can increase your borrowing power, and pooling savings can bring a deposit within reach.