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A Statement of Principle (SOP) is critical to determining if your military compensation claim will be accepted or not. The applicable SOP sets the threshold you have to meet for your injury to be accepted as being military caused. There is often more than one SOP that could apply to your particular injury. Each SOP has different...
Read moreWe are often contacted by people who are surprised by a decision made by the case managers handling their workers compensation claim. Whilst it may seem final, you are able to challenge a decision made by your case manager – however it is not straightforward or an easy process. How do I dispute a decision? The process...
Read moreIf you have suffered an injury or illness that causes you to stop work then you may be able to pursue a Total and Permanent Disablement (“TPD”) claim. What is a TPD claim? A TPD claim is an insurance claim covered by either your Superannuation fund or through a separate insurance policy. Most Superannuation Policies...
Read moreIf you disagree with a decision made by the DVA you are certainly entitled to dispute the decision. The process involved with disputing the decision depends which legislation your claim has been made under. Dispute Process – Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 (MRCA) If your injury has arisen out of service...
Read moreBeer and car key. Don’t drive. Free public domain CC0 photo. If you’re asked by a police officer to submit to an alcotest or breath analysis or both, the law in South Australia expects you to obey with such a direction. The purpose of this blog is to explore the legal grounds for such a request and the obligations...
Read moreIf you experienced abuse while serving in the Australian Defence Force and wish to apply for compensation under the Defence Reparation Scheme, you must do so before 30 June 2022! Compensation is in the form of a one-off payment of up to $50,000. Act now. Don’t lose your chance. What is the Defence Reparation Scheme? The Defence...
Read moreTGB’s military compensation expert Tim White writes about the medical discharge process for Australian Defence Force members. If you are in the process of a medical discharge from the Australian Defence Force there is a considerable amount of information and documentation, covering a wide range of issues, that you...
Read moreWhat is Commonwealth compensation? Are you an injured Commonwealth employee? Was your illness or injury sustained at work? We can manage your Comcare claim, wherever you are in Australia. We advise Commonwealth employees all around Australia, where the injury or illness incurred at their work. We have assisted many workers employed...
Read moreThe family Law Act provides that you can contract out of its provisions by entering into a binding financial agreement which is often referred to as a prenup. If you are considering a prenuptial agreement you should certainly seek legal advice as to whether it suits your circumstances.
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