Tips for contesting wills from outside the family
There may be times when someone you know and have a close relationship with passes away, and you feel as though you are entitled to some aspects of their estate. If you believe you have a legitimate claim to such assets but are not named in the will, and not a member of their immediate […]
3 things to remember when seeking a lawyer to contest a will
In an effort to prepare his or her family members in the event of passing away, someone may put together a last will and testament. This legal document puts one person in charge of distributing the property and estate of the deceased. The process isn't always smooth sailing, however – some people may contest the […]
Hollywood mogul’s death shows estate planning complexities
The process of dividing up an estate after a death is a process steeped in the trauma of losing a loved one, and it can sometimes come with its own unexpected complications.
What will happen with the late James Brown’s will?
Nearly 14 years after the acclaimed Godfather of Soul’s death, the feud over James Brown’s estate might finally be coming to a close.
Dust exposure standards are still evolving
Dust disease standards are changing in New South Wales, though not necessarily for the better.
An unexpected ramification of COVID-19: Estate planning QA
With so much uncertainty on the horizon as a result of COVID-19, the old conventions for retirement planning and asset liquidation don’t carry the same weight.
How COVID-19 has affected estate planning
The global COVID-19 crisis has had an impact on estate planning.
Superannuation fund forced to refund extra charges for member
Superannuation fund forced to refund extra charges for member
NSW to speed up dust exposure standards timeline
NSW is moving up proposed coal dust rules to help protect workers from dust disease
Could medical negligence claims rise as the economy reopens?
Could medical negligence claims rise as the economy reopens?
