Category - Advanced Care Directives
Being left out of a Will can be an emotional and confusing experience. Whether you were promised something that didn’t eventuate, or you’re simply unsure why you weren’t included, it can be hard to know what to do next. The good news is that you may have options. Here’s a simple guide to understanding estate...
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When it comes to wills and estates, misinformation is everywhere. Many people assume their situation is “simple” or that the law will work things out for them.
Unfortunately, those assumptions can cause major headaches for loved ones and, in some cases may lead to people challenging or contesting a Will,
resulting...
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Have you thought about what kind of care you’d want if you couldn’t speak for yourself? National Advance Care Planning Week (17–23 March) is the perfect time to ensure your wishes are known and respected.
What is Advance Care Planning?
Advance care planning involves making decisions about your future health care – enabling...
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A number of changes have been made impacting Advance Care Directives in South Australia. We outline what these changes are, and how this might impact you.
Firstly, what is an Advance Care Directive?
If you are aged 18 years or older, an Advance Care Directive enables you to give clear legal directions about your future health...
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TGB Lawyers’ Wills and Estates team highlights some of the key steps you can take before your first appointment to help ensure the smooth and efficient preparation of your Will.
I often have...
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Do you remember the car ads that were prevalent in the 90’s showing mum, dad and the 2.5 children? The typical Australian family. But is that still a representative of the Australian family?
In Australia 1 in 3 Marriages end in Divorce and the average marriage length is just over 12 years. With the average age to get married...
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TGB Wills and Estates team has provided this handy checklist for travellers outlining the important legal documents and plans which need to be addressed prior to going on a holiday.
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Due to changes in South Australian regulation it is important that you double-check any existing Enduring Guardianship documents in order to ensure they are still valid on 1 January 2016.
On 1 July 2014, legislation commenced in South Australia introducing the Advance Care Directive.
The Advance Care Directive (ACD) replaced...
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