I am attending Family Court – how can I best prepare?
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My partner and I have separated, where do I go from here?
Separation is typically a challenging and emotional time, and the first thing you may ask yourself is ‘where do I go from here?’. For some
Common questions about returning to work after injury
Clients on WorkCover returning to work after injury often have questions about their on-going benefits or flare-ups of an injury. Here are some common questions
What happens to my debts after I die?
The question of how and when debts are repaid upon death can be complex to answer as it largely depends upon the deceased’s individual asset
52 weeks and WorkCover: 3 Questions
We have a lot of our WorkCover clients ask us questions regarding the “52 week period” whereby employers are generally obliged to provide suitable employment
8 considerations for determining the success of a TAC compensation claim
What personal factors impact TAC compensation claims? 1. Age As a general rule, the older you are, the less you’ll get. For example, in a
Total and Permanent Disability claims. You must meet the definition
People who are unable to work due to physical or mental incapacity or illness may be able to access insurance entitlements attached to their superannuation
Unfair dismissal: who can sue and what to do?
You can sue for unfair dismissal generally if you are an award employee. If you’re not an employee covered by an award, then you generally
To litigate or not to litigate? The Federal Redress Scheme
Update on the Commonwealth’s response to child abuse As the Commonwealth Government’s Redress scheme continues to be debated, we address a question that many clients
You can choose your own doctor for WorkCover treatment
You do not have to be treated by the company’s doctor of choice. You can choose your own GP. Not only do you have the
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