Legal Advice: Most Commonly Asked Questions About Your Legal Rights

Do you have to be a blood relative to contest a will?

Wills can be a point of contention for some families following the passing of a relative, particularly when certain members feel they have been treated unfairly. For those who have no blood relation, the legal process for contesting the provisions of a deceased relative’s will in New South Wales may be even more difficult, depending on their relationship. A non-blood

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What’s the statute of limitations for sexual assault?

The statute of limitations for sexual assault vary depending on where you live, how old you were when the assault occurred, whether the assault was a single incident or ongoing, whether the assault was perpetrated by a family member, an acquaintance, a stranger, or under the umbrella of an institution, and so on. Criminal rules for reporting can have different

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Are injuries the only way to access your super early?

Many Australians are under the impression that the only way to access funds from their superannuation ahead of schedule is to pay for an injury or significant medical emergency. And it is true that most of the circumstances which allow one to access their super funds early are related to medical conditions. But there are other factors, including severe financial

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How do I know if I have TPD insurance?

TPD insurance is designed to help support people who are unable to return to the workplace because of a debilitating disability. The acronym stands for Total and Permanent Disability, but these policies may have different names depending on the provider. TPD cover is released as a lump sum payment when you can't work again in any occupation or you can't

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What is the difference between slips, trips and falls?

Slips, trips and falls are a fairly common occurrence, and most of the time you will probably escape without hurting yourself. However, if you do suffer a serious injury, you could be entitled to compensation via a public liability claim. There are various circumstances under which you can pursue damages, including tripping over in a car park, slipping on a

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What are the different types of public liability claim?

The term 'public liability' is slightly misleading, and it's common for many people to believe they can only make a claim when they are injured in a public place, such as a park or other open area. However, you could be eligible for compensation through the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) under a range of circumstances if you've been physically

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