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4 February Workplace injury close to retirement age A worker injured close to retirement age is protected from a termination of weekly payments solely on the basis that they have reached the deemed retirement age. By John Cramp

30 January Does WorkCover assist with skin cancer or heat stroke? A WorkCover claim may be made for skin cancer or heatstroke suffered as a result of work, including medical expenses, time off work and even a lump sum payment. By Peter Claven

29 January Gig economy in the dock over workers' rights A breakthrough ruling could signal that firms such as Uber and Deliveroo may finally be forced to take responsibility for the welfare of their workers. By Annie Kent

22 January Will my Will reflect my will? The laws of survivorship may well override your intentions when it comes to who will inherit your assets - but what happens if both you and your partner die? By Amanda Burns

21 December Total and Permanent Disability claims. You must meet the definition To obtain Total and Permanent Disability Insurance entitlements there area strict definitions within your superannuation policy that you must meet. By Alyssa Lewis

20 December For those abused as children, the first step is the hardest When seeking legal advice for abuse suffered as a child, the first step is the hardest. We answer common questions and common misconceptions about this process. By Kate Malone and Jessica Steele

19 December How to get through Christmas as a separated family Our family law team has put together some tips for separated families to help deal with the increased stress of Christmas and where to seek help if you need it. By Adele White

17 December Not having a voice is a key problem with National Redress Choosing Redress means you won't have an advocate in your corner to make the points you want to make, or to counter whatever might be raised by the institution. By Kate Malone

12 December National Redress - how it works, is it for you? Abuse survivors who have been told they have no case for damages are turning to the Redress scheme for compensation, but new Victorian laws are a game changer. By Ian Dallas

10 December Client obtains $299K in TAC claim We discuss a real-life case example to help give people an understanding of how a Transport Accident Commission (TAC) claim may proceed and be successful. By Michael Burdess

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Nadine Scarlett Practice Areas: Wills And Probate

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Jessica Steele Practice Areas: Family And Relationship Law, Road Injury And TAC Claims, Superannuation TPD Insurance, Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims

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Amy Olver Practice Areas: Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims

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Ross Inglis Practice Areas: Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims

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Samuel Fung Practice Areas: Family And Relationship Law

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Dan McGlade Practice Areas: Road Injury And TAC Claims, Asbestos Exposure, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims

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