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Bail in Queensland – How it Works
In Queensland, bail is a legal right that couples with the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Bail is governed by the Bail Act 1980 (Qld) and it reflects a broader commitment to individual human rights. In this article, we will look at...
Excluding Someone from Your Will in Queensland – What You Need to Know
Is there someone you want to exclude from your Will? Even if you’ve already written a Will cutting somebody out, it may be worth a second look. The person you wish to exclude may still be entitled to make a claim on your estate under Queensland's...
Who Owns Frozen Embryos When Partners Separate? 3 Deciding Factors
Do you have frozen embryos with a partner you are separating from? You may be wondering who gets custody of these frozen embryos after divorce or separation. The increasing use of in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) reproductive technologies has led to more...
Parenting Plans Are Not Enforceable – Here’s Why
Parenting plans offer a flexible, cooperative approach to post-separation parenting arrangements. They focus on the best interests of the children while avoiding the cost, formality and potential adversarial nature of court proceedings. What...
Estate Disputes in Queensland – Why They’re On The Rise
In recent years, Queensland has seen a notable increase in estate disputes. Most recently, we saw a large deceased estate dispute handed to the Redland City Mayor to administer. These types of disputes are often deeply personal, emotional, and can...
5 Reasons Why You Need to Pay PAYG Instalments
In Australia, the Pay As You Go (PAYG) instalment system is a vital component of the country's tax framework. It is designed to help individuals with investments and businesses manage their tax obligations throughout the financial year. Today, we...
New Changes to Casual Employment in 2024 – Are You Prepared?
Effective August 26, 2024, there will be significant changes to casual employment. These changes redefine casual work, pathways to full-time or part-time employment, and responsibilities of employees and employers. For employers with 15 or more...
Contesting a Will in Queensland – 8 Common Myths BUSTED
If you are considering contesting a will in Queensland, a Family Provision Application (FPA) allows certain individuals to contest a will if they believe they have not been adequately provided for. Although the legal framework for this is...
Challenging a Will on the Basis of Undue Influence
The Importance of a Will A will is an important legal document that outlines a person’s final wishes for the distribution of their estate after death. In Australia, a will’s validity can be challenged under certain grounds, one of which is 'undue...
The Family Law Amendment Act 2023 Explained
The Family Law Amendment Act 2023 (the “Act”) came into effect on 6 May 2024. The Act introduces significant changes to Australia’s Family Law Act 1975 and it applies to all new and existing matters, except where a final hearing has already...
How to Effectively Prepare for an Interim Hearing
Interim hearings are crucial in family law proceedings. They are intended to address urgent issues that cannot wait until the final hearing. Understanding the purpose, process, and requirements of these hearings can help you navigate the legal system...
Business Email Compromise (BEC) Scams – Who is Responsible?
A Business Email Compromise (BEC) scam is when a scammer intercepts emails between businesses and their customers to alter bank details and redirect payments. Allocating responsibility for lost funds in BEC scams will depend on whether the...
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