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When it comes to property settlement there are some common misconceptions about legal rights and the Court process which can be the cause of unwarranted stress and confusion for people going through separation and divorce. TGB’s Family Law Team dispels five of those common misconceptions. 1. Divorce and property...
Read moreWhat happens when a pop-icon dies without a Will? TGB’s Wills & Estates team answers this question and other more common questions related to intestacy (dying without a valid Will). In the wake of the death of pop-icon ‘Prince’ it has been reported that he died without a valid Will. With an estate estimated...
Read moreTGB’s Family Law Team discusses the legalities of international child custody in relation to the recent events in Lebanon, involving an Australian mother and the action taken to retrieve her child. Most people would now be familiar with the recent media attention regarding the failed child recovery operation that took...
Read moreEvery relationship is different and regardless of whether or not you consider yourself in a de facto relationship you may actually be in one, writes the TGB family law team.
Read moreYou’re excited. You’ve signed a contract to purchase a new home and have finally agreed on a purchase price. You approach a solicitor to handle the transaction and WHAM… they tell you about stamp duty. Stamp duty is not a fun topic. The government calculates stamp duty using an ad valorem rate which means the duty is calculated...
Read moreRecent decisions have shown a dramatic increase in the damages that Courts are prepared to award victims of sexual harassment in the workplace, writes experienced workplace lawyer Andrew Clare.
Read moreIf you have received a court summons and have decided to plead guilty it is crucial you obtain legal advice to ensure your rights are protected and that you receive the best outcome for your circumstances. The severity of your penalty will not only impact upon you personally, but may have repercussions on your employment, family...
Read moreTGB Partner Barney Gask discusses the legal options available for pedestrians who have been struck by a cyclist.
Read moreIf you have suffered an injury or an illness which stops you from working, you may have an entitlement to lump sum compensation for Total and Permanent Disablement (TPD). TGB's Barney Gask has produced a comprehensive guide for those who are considering a claim.
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