Australian law news

The legal issues involved in personal injury claim cases can be complicated and challenging to handle. Therefore, if you were involved in an accident and would like to obtain compensation, you should hire a compensation lawyer to handle the procedures. The legal expert will help you navigate the negotiations and other critical proceedings. Moreover, they will ensure that you avoid common pitfalls which could compromise your case. Whether you are set on handling your personal injury claim without legal assistance or not, you should use the tips below to avoid problems which could cause failure. [Read More]

Drug offences are typically handled very seriously under Australian law. Regardless of the state you're in, a drug offence conviction often carries hefty financial repercussions and, in most cases, jail time. If you're charged with a drug offence, it's important to seek adequate legal representation so that your interests are catered to. Criminal lawyers can help you navigate the complicated drug offence laws in your state and to mount a legal defense if necessary. [Read More]

As you began the journey of a new life together, estate planning might have the last thing on your mind. However, whilst settling into your new lives together, you and your spouse may start to think about what would happen if one or both of you passed away. It's important to work on estate planning to make sure that everyone -- whether they're yours, theirs or both of yours -- are provided for fairly and in the way that you both want. [Read More]

When two people who were previously in a settled relationship decide to go their separate ways, the repercussions can be widespread. In particular, the children can be badly affected and their welfare will be a focus of attention as formal proceedings begin. While such discussions used to be referred to as custody battles, these days courts have a much softer approach. What do you need to know? The Softer Approach [Read More]