Audiences all over the world have been captivated by the American television series The Act, depicting the unorthodox relationship between Dee Dee Blanchard and her daughter Gypsy Rose, ultimately resulting in the murder of the former. When the next-of-kin is responsible for the murder of their parent, can they benefit from the estate? Years of abuse lead to murder At face
The Federal Government following the Royal Commission into institutionalised sexual abuse has set up a National Redress Scheme to ensure that thousands of victims of sexual abuse that were underage have an automatic right to claim some predetermined damages and money from these large institutions. The institutions in question would include public and private schools, hospitals, numerous religious organisations such
In 2017, there were a total of 12,141 serious injuries caused by motor vehicle incidents on NSW roads, according to Transport for NSW. This astronomical figure is why the state continues to be the worst for serious injuries and fatalities caused on Australian roads. Thankfully, those who become injured are covered by the NSW Lifetime Care and Support Scheme. But
The following is guide to explain legal costs and what you could expect to recover from a defendant when making a claim. LEGAL COSTS These include professional fees for work done by your solicitor together with disbursements. Disbursements are the expenses incurred by the legal firm in pursuing your claim. These may include report fees, investigations, court filing fees, photocopying,
A serious injury or illness can have a significant impact on your finances. You may have to take time off work, pay for medical bills and cover a range of other out-of-pocket expenses while you are recovering. However, what if someone else was responsible for your injuries? You could be entitled to compensation, even in circumstances where the incident was
In 2015, there were 7,850 'on-road' recorded traffic crashes in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), according to the ACT Government. This involved 15,358 vehicles, and resulted in 813 casualties – including 131 hospital admissions and 15 fatalities. If you've been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you're probably wondering what you need to do in order to claim for compensation.
In the spirit of reconciliation GMP Law acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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