Probate and Estate Administration
Letters of Administration – what if there is no Will? If you die without a Will, or a valid Will, your closest next of kin can apply for Letters of Administration to administer your Estate, in the following order: lawful spouse or partner children, excluding step-children, but including adoptive children grandchildren parents brothers or sisters […]
Power of Attorney
Guardianship disputes When someone loses their capacity to make decisions, a dispute can arise as to who should have that decision-making power on their behalf. You may also be concerned that someone is misusing a power of attorney for financial advantage. It is possible to sue someone for breach of their duties and obligations under […]
Other Types of Insurance Claims
Mortgage Protection: Your Shield in Challenging Times When health issues or injuries make it difficult to work and meet mortgage payments, you might find solace in your mortgage protection insurance. Many are unaware that this insurance is often embedded in banking or financial products. Typically secured at the outset of your mortgage agreement, mortgage protection […]
Injuries covered by TAC compensation
Brain damage and head injury Brain damage, otherwise known as traumatic brain injury (TBI) is all too common in road accidents which can have a series of complex symptoms which can have terrible impacts on people’s lives, and may eventually even result in death. It is also a type of injury which unfortunately is commonly […]
Compensation Options in TAC Claims
No-fault benefits for road accident victims There is a standard set of benefits which are paid by the TAC which are called ‘No-Fault’ benefits because the injured person does not have to prove liability. They cover most medical expenses and may even include a relatively small lump sum payment if you have suffered a permanent […]
Vehicle Accidents in Victoria
Car and Truck Accidents With the increasing number of larger transport vehicles on the road, so too do the number of accidents occurring between cars and trucks. Car and truck accidents are really tough situations where vehicles collide, leading to serious consequences for everyone involved. Speeding, not paying full attention and driving under the influence […]
Common Law WorkCover Compensation
Lump Sum WorkCover Compensation
How To Make A WorkCover Claim
How WorkCover and Workers Compensation Works
Your claim, medical expenses and income WorkCover covers all injuries which occur at work, or on the way to and from work if it’s an authorised recess like a lunch break. It’s your first call for immediate medical bills expenses and income support. There is paperwork to fill in and a medical or doctor’s certificate […]
Family Violence
What is Family Violence? Family violence is defined as behaviour by a person towards a family member which is physically, sexually, emotionally, psychologically or economically abusive. It is also behaviour that is threatening, coercive or in any other way controlling, dominating or makes another person fear for their safety or wellbeing. Children can experience family […]
Binding Financial Arrangements Advice
What are Binding Financial Agreements? Binding Financial Agreements are agreements entered into by parties in relation to the division of their property. Binding Financial Agreements can be made before the relationship, during the relationship and after the relationship has ended. The division of property as set out by a Binding Financial Agreement does not need […]
Family Law Property Division
Children’s Matters & Arrangements
Complex Children’s Matters There are instances where children may be at risk of abuse, neglect or exposed to family violence. You may be dealing with a number of services such as psychologists, child protection officers or the police and feel completely overwhelmed. We are committed to resolving matters holistically and in a way that preserves […]
Divorce proceedings
To obtain a divorce, the Court must be satisfied of the following: That you can prove your marriage: You will need to provide the court with a valid marriage certificate. If your marriage was registered overseas and the certificate is in a different language, you will need to have the certificate translated. If you wish to […]
Separating from your partner or spouse
