Given the recent weather and the cancelation of numerous sports due to sporting field conditions, the High Court of Australia has delivered a timely decision which provides guidance to event organisers. RMB Compensation Division leader CHRIS SHEPPARD EXPLAINS:
Economic factors and supply chain issues have seen building costs increase substantially in recent months. RMB Lawyers’ Building & Construction division explains it is important that homeowners are aware of how to manage these costs pressures.
Farmers and other agricultural workers who acquire dust diseases through their work can seek compensation, as the RMB Compensation division explains.
Most people don’t enjoy going to the dentist on a good day, let alone after suffering an injury during the course of their dental treatment. However, as The RMB Compensation Division explains, you can claim compensation for dental negligence.
The NSW Government has reviewed how Local Environmental Plans (LEPs) work in guiding planning decisions for local councils through zoning and development controls. RMB Planning Lawyer TANYA EMMETT explains that a new appeal process and other improvements will result from the review.
COVID pushed many industries to explore new technology and methods of working. For the legal industry, the biggest changes included electronic signatures and remote witnessing of legal documents. The RMB Business & Commercial Transactions division explains that the changes have become permanent.
“Puppet masters” of discretionary trusts can be crucial in Family Law property settlements. RMB Family Law Lawyer LUKE ELLIOTT explains. The RMB Family & Relationships Law Division explains.
Injured workers can receive compensation for injuries that are sustained in work-related activities, but how closely related the activities are to your work is the question. The RMB Compensation Division explains.
People injured in local council facilities could be assisted by the recent determination of a claim against Wollongong City Council. The RMB Compensation Division explains.
People caught forging COVID-19 vaccination certificates face heavy fines of up to $11,000 and even imprisonment after a recent change to NSW public health orders. PATRICK GETTRUST from RMB Lawyers explains.
Executors of estates, particularly those who are not direct beneficiaries of the estate, can now apply for a commission for their work. The RMB Wills and Estates Division explains.
In September, 2021 the Federal Circuit Court of Australia and the Family Court of Australia merged to form one Court known as The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. The RMB Family Law Division explains.
Acting in the “agony of the moment” is a strong principle in Compensation Law, as the RMB Compensation Divison explains.
The Federal Government now has financial assistance available for women fleeing domestic violence. RMB Family Law specialist CLAIRE OSBORNE explains how the payments are administered.
Builders and other building contractors need to understand their obligations under the Home Building Compensation Fund insurance laws. The RMB Compensation Division explains:
When you make a Will, you will choose someone to be yourexecutor – the person in charge of distributing your estate to the correct beneficiaries after you pass away. RMB Wills and Estates Division explains what you should consider when deciding on who you want as your Executor.
Mothers may experience complications during childbirth which tragically result in permanent and debilitating injuries for the mother and/or child due to inadequate medical advice or treatment by midwives, the hospital or obstetricians. RMB Lawyers Special Counsel MARGARET CURRAN explains the redress available under these difficult circumstances:
Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol is a serious offence, with significant penalties for majortransgressions. RMB Criminal Law Division explains the importance of seeking good legal advice:
Social media can be an unexpected trap for injured people pursuing Compensation claims, RMB Compensation Division warns:
While an estate’s executor is the person most involved in an estate’s administration, this does not mean they can leave the people who stand to benefit from the estate assets(beneficiaries) in the dark throughout this process. RMB Wills and Estates Division explains:
Building your home is likely to be one of the most significant financial investments of your lifetime. It is important homeowners understand their building contract and avoid incurring unforeseen costs over the course of their build.
What does a worker need to do to lodge a workers compensation claim?
To lodge a claim for workers compensation benefits, a worker needs to submit a Notification of Injury or Claim Form to icare or their relevant self-insurer (such as BlueScope Steel or Wesfarmers/Coles employees)
Police, ambulance and fire service first responders who are exposed to traumatic events as part of their job are entitled to a duty of care, like employees in other fields. RMB Compensation Division explains a case involving a police officer with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Police, ambulance and fire service first responders who are exposed to traumatic events as part of their job are entitled to a duty of care, like employees in other fields. RMB Compensation Division explains a case involving a police officer with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
As COVID-19 case numbers increase and vaccinations become more widely available, RMB Lawyers examines the legal right for employers to mandate vaccinations for their workforce.