What does a public liability claim mean?
A public liability claim is a potential entitlement to compensation for injuries or harm suffered in a range of circumstances due to the negligence of another person or entity.
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FAQ on Estate Planning
While many people are unlikely to nominate estate planning aka “Thinking about what will happen to my assets when I die” as being on their “most wanted things to do” list in reality, this is something that should be on all our “must do” lists.
Understanding Client Legal Privilege in Litigation
Client legal privilege, also known as legal professional privilege, is a fundamental legal principle recognised under both common law and legislation in Australia. This privilege protects the confidentiality of communications (both oral and written) between a client and their legal advisor. It is designed to promote the free flow of information between a client and their lawyer by ensuring that the client can freely disclose all relevant facts without fear of disclosure, and that legal advisors can provide accurate and effective advice without fear of reprisal.
Compulsory Acquisition of Land in Australia – what is it and who could it affect?
Compulsory acquisition of land (also known as ‘resumption’) refers to the right of the Government or a delegated authority such as a local council to acquire privately owned land for specific purposes. Compulsory acquisition can impact homeowners, tenants, and businesses – anybody who has an interest in the property that is being acquired.
Bad credit rating? What can you do?
A credit rating (also known as a credit score) can play a vital role in a person’s financial life. A good credit rating indicates responsible borrowing and timely repayments, while a bad credit rating suggests a history of late payments or loan defaults. The lower the credit score, the less favourable the terms and conditions for future loans and credit cards. However, it is important to know that there are actions that can be taken to increase a low score. In this article, we will explore what a credit rating is, the factors that impact it, the effect of bad credit, and the steps that can be taken to increase a low credit rating.
Divorce, de factos and superannuation splitting
Once a couple is separated, their superannuation (super) is treated as property under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) and the value of the couples’ super benefits will be taken into account when determining a property settlement. Laws regarding super splitting apply to both married and de facto couples.
Super is held in trust and this type of arrangement differs from other types of property – there are rules that govern when a party is able to access their super funds.
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, such disputes are often unavoidable and sometimes essential to ensure fair outcomes. Understanding these legal processes and the reasons estate disputes arise can help individuals navigate these challenging situations.
Parenting orders for non-parents – who can apply?
A parenting order is not only designed to apply to parents or guardians of a child, but non-parents may also apply for parenting orders to be able to spend time with, or care for a child.
The Family Law Act allows a grandparent, or any other person concerned for the child’s care, welfare, or development to apply for a parenting order.
A Step by Step Guide to the Litigation Process!
If you are a small business owner, there is a good chance that at some point you will consider suing someone to recover a debt, seek damages for a breach of contract or to resolve an employment dispute.
If you are considering commencing a legal action, it is important to understand the basic procedures involved. We set out below a step by step guide to commencing legal action and provide some insight into the litigation process.
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.