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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...
Read moreWhen 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...
Read moreHave 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...
Read moreA 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...
Read moreTGB Lawyers’ Wills and Estates partner Sarah Mitchell outlines some of the important steps to take before your first appointment to assist in the easy preparation of your Will. I often have clients comment when their appointment is over, “That was a lot easier than I thought it would be!” Getting your estate...
Read moreDepressed woman at a mental hospital Receiving bad news from a doctor about your future health can be incredibly hard to accept, particularly when it involves being told that you have an illness from which you will die. For many years there has been debate within our community and Parliament surrounding whether a person ought...
Read moreDo 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?
Read moreTGB 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.
Read moreDue 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.
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