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Protection for Minors Who Have No Executor

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:33:00 +1000

Under the Probate and Administration Act 1898 (NSW) a minor (child under 18) cannot administer an estate. The RMB Lawyers Wills & Estates & Disputed Wills division explains the process when a minor is a beneficiary of a Will but there is no executor to administer the estate on their behalf?

Rehabilitation: Understand Your Rights

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:29:00 +1000

When a person is injured at work, it is usually a high priority of both the injured person and the insurance company to seek a return-to-work outcome. However, as the RMB Compensation Law Division explains, it is important to know your rights.

Lottery Wins in Property Settlements

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:25:00 +1000

In a marriage or de facto relationship, lottery wins before, during and even after separation can be included in the asset pool or considered when dividing property between separating spouses. The RMB Lawyers Family & Relationships Law Division explains.

Court Win for Historic Sexual Abuse Victims

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:21:00 +1000

Victims of historical sexual abuse have had a victory in the High Court of Australia. The RMB Compensation Law Division explains.

Protective AVO System for Victims

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:17:00 +1000

Apprehended Violence and Domestic Violence Orders are an important tool for authorities to protect individuals who are at the risk of violence from another person. The RMB Criminal Law Division explains how the system works:

The Process of Filing for Divorce

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:15:00 +1000

In Family Law, property settlements and divorce are often used as interchangeable phrases. However, the process of parties negotiating and separating their financial assets is a separate process to filing for a divorce. The RMB Lawyers Family & Relationships Law Division explains.

Engineered Stone Ban a World First

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:28:00 +1100

The decision to ban engineered stone in Australia because of the deadly risk to workers who deal with the product is a world-first. The RMB Compensation Law Division explains explains the importance of the decision.

When is an E-bike not a Motor Vehicle

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:27:00 +1100

Not all e-bikes are created equal, when it comes to making “motor vehicle accident” claims in the NSW Personal Injury Commission. The RMB Compensation Law Division explains.

Folbigg Claim for Compensation will be Massive

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:19:00 +1100

BE The quashing of Kathleen Folbigg’s convictions over the death of her four children, for which she spent two decades in jail, will lead to a huge compensation claim. The RMB Compensation Law Division explains.

Shared Parental Responsibility Changes Loom

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:35:00 +1100

The presumption that it is in a child’s best interests that after a family break-up parents have equal shared responsibility for major decisions affecting their children has been the cornerstone of Family Law in Australia. However, that could be about to change, as the RMB Lawyers Family & Relationships Law Division explains proposed amendments to the Act:

Family Law Act Set for Amendments

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:32:00 +1100

Societal changes over the last 40 years means that the current Family Law Act 1975 is not meeting the needs of separating families. The RMB Lawyers Family & Relationships Law Division explains proposed amendments to the Act:

Rules can change for Interstate Property Purchases

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:30:00 +1100

Buying property interstate can involve different rules and regulations, such as the rules governing pest reports in Queensland. The RMB Property Law Division explains:

Taking Stress out of Home Insurance

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:21:00 +1100

Home and contents insurance contracts can be bewildering. However, it is critical that you select an insurance policy that protects you against the main threats to your particular property. The RMB Property Law Division explains:

Lower Property Deposits Carry Risks for Vendors

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:19:00 +1100

The trend towards vendors accepting lower deposits for property purchases contains some risks for the vendor. The RMB Conveyancing Division explains:

Three Kinds of Caveats to Dispute Wills

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 03:31:00 +1100

If you are concerned about the validity of a Will, filing a Caveat with the Court can reduce the chances of Probate being granted before your concerns are dealt with. There are three main categories of Caveats, as the RMB Lawyers Wills & Estates & Disputed Wills division explains

Common Errors that make Wills Harder to Execute

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 04:00:00 +1100

It is important that you take care of your Will once it has been made. As the RMB Lawyers Wills & Estates & Disputed Wills division explains, failure to do so can lead to issues when it comes to the administration of your estate.

Alcohol-Fuelled Violence: Think Before you Drink

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 03:47:00 +1100

The repercussions of alcohol-fuelled violence can be severe, both in terms of injuries and in potential punishments. So the message is clear: think before you drink this holiday season, writes RMB Criminal Law Division.

Dog Bite Compo for Work from Home Employee

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 01:47:00 +1100

If you are injured by a dog, then you should obtain legal advice about your rights to compensation at an early stage. The RMB Compensation Law Division outlines an interesting case.

Making a Compo Case for Medical Cannabis

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +1100

Under Workers Compensation legislation, an employer is liable to pay for an injured workers reasonably necessary medical expenses. The RMB Compensation Law Division explains, this may include new and evolving treatments like medicinal cannabis.

How Compo Claims Work for Children

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 03:54:00 +1100

If your child been injured in a motor vehicle accident, they may be entitled for compensation for their physical and psychological injuries under the Motor Injuries Act 2017. The RMB Compensation Division explains how the Act works.

Due Diligence Vital for Coast Land Purchases

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:23:00 +1000

Coastal erosion and rising sea levels have significant implications for people considering buying property in coastal zones, as RMB Property and Planning Lawyer TANYA EMMETT explains:

Know Where You Stand in Clearing Land

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 03:08:00 +1000

If you are purchasing rural land in NSW, it is important that you aware of your land’s categorisation under the Land Management Framework for managing native vegetation. RMB Lawyers’ Property Law Division explains.

Celebrating Excellence: RMB Crowned Best Regional/Suburban Law Firm in Australia

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 04:04:00 +1000

Shining a spotlight on regional excellence, RMB Lawyers emerged as a standout in this year's awards, claiming the title of the best Regional/Suburban Law Firm.

Property Sale Disclosures Under NSW Law

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 07:24:00 +1000

In NSW, Conveyancing Law places a substantial onus on vendors of properties. RMB Business & Commercial Transactions Division explains.

Restraint of Trade Explained

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 07:19:00 +1000

Restraint of trade clauses are often found in employment agreements and business sale contracts. RMB Business & Commercial Transactions Division explains.