This might seem a basic question but so many people simply do not know what their legal rights are. If you have teenage or adult children it is prudent to check their understanding. For some in the community, particularly if they are young or unworldly this can unexpectedly land them in trouble with the law…. Read More
Do you have a friend or relative who has just separated? If so, the information below should help. What is meant by separation? Separation in Family Law is defined as the bringing to an end of a marriage or de facto relationship (which also includes same sex couples). There is no need or ability to… Read More
It is important for everyone over 18 to have a will to make sure their wishes are followed and their assets are distributed as they would want after they die. If you don’t have a will your assets will be divided according to how the law dictates in the rules of intestacy, that is, when you… Read More
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives a trusted person, the legal authority to act for you, and to make legally binding decisions on your behalf. If you do not have a power of attorney then you should contact us and find out more. Below are 6 top questions dealing with Powers… Read More
Traffic lights are a part of daily life, inattention can cause loss of licence! |supplied by Fin Fahey In a case that we did this week we had a driver whom had lost his licence and had almost no chance of getting his licence back. We will refer to his as ‘Alf’, however that is… Read More
There may be a time when some of us will not be able to look after all our needs or may be the important ones. This may be because we may become physically unable to do so, or perhaps, not mentally capable of managing our affairs. But if we don’t do it who will? General… Read More
Last week a mother came in to see us quite distressed and told us that her Son had been driving her car registered in her name. Her son had been caught speeding, 120kph in an 80kph speed zone. The Facts: A penalty notice had issued in her name 28th March 2014 Due date for payment… Read More