Even though a no win, no fee agreement may appear to have no downside it is possible that its terms may place you at odds with your lawyer or see you having to accept a settlement which is lower than you might have wished! Read more
You could be ordered to pay a substantial fine if it is found that you were knowingly concerned in contraventions committed by your client. Read more
Applying for a new job can be a daunting experience, particularly when the applicant has a conviction for a criminal offence but what if the conviction is very old and minor? Read more
Certain specified people are eligible to make a claim on an estate if they believe they have not been adequately provided for in the will, this can even include an ex-spouse! Read more
In a recent case a man registered a caveat on a woman’s house claiming they were in a de facto relationship and asked the court to order the women to sell her house and give him 40% of the proceeds of sale. Read more
Under Australian Consumer Law, companies cannot make false or misleading statements to consumers or engage in misleading or deceptive conduct. Read more
There's an App for everything these days and the latest trend are Apps that assist separated parents to relay information to one another about their children without the need for direct communication. Read more
The High Court decision in Thorne & Kennedy appears to broaden the circumstances in which a Financial Agreement can be set aside reinforcing why you need a specialist to help with your documents! Read more
A recent case highlights the difficulties in obtaining a declaration of parentage in cases where couples within Australia seek out an international surrogate. Read more
From 31 March 2018 all gift cards sold in NSW are subject to stricter requirements and penalties to ensure that customers do not lose money. Read more