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On Doctors Orders? Testamentary Freedom in NSW and the Case of Dr Alexakis
When drafting a Will, people in New South Wales are able to enjoy testamentary freedom, meaning they are able to leave their Estate to whomever they...
HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR NEIGHBOUR HAS TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE NEW FENCE
What happens if your next door neighbour approaches you about building a new fence, but you disagree because you think the existing fence is just...
What is a Grant of Probate
A Grant of Probate is formal approval from the Supreme Court of NSW that validates a will and confirms that the executor has the legal right to act...
Your Right to Disconnect from Work Explained
There are changes on the way for employees which will assist in being able to disconnect from work out of hours. These changes follow similar laws...
Gender-Neutral Wills: Writing a New Chapter in Inclusivity!
In recent years, there has been a shift in how people approach language in legal documents, such as their Wills. We’ve noticed that more...
Work Health & Safety Legislation Changes
New South Wales has established robust work health and safety legislation (WHS) to safeguard the wellbeing of its workforce. The cornerstone of...
Binding Death Benefit Nominations
Binding Death Benefit Nominations When a life insurance or superannuation policy holder dies, their benefits under their policies are dealt with...
Due Diligence When Buying a Unit Off the Plan
Buying “off the plan” (OTP) refers to buying a property that hasn’t yet been built. It differs greatly to buying an established property because...
Who will be the “person responsible” for your health care if you lose capacity?
There are special laws in place in New South Wales for people over the age of 16 years who are not able to consent to medical treatment. This...
Asset Protection in Mature Relationships
Asset Protection in Mature Relationships As legal professionals, we often counsel mature parties entering into new relationships later in life,...
CMC In-House CLE Day
CMC In-House CLE Day We regard ongoing legal training highly and our professional staff and law student paralegals spent the day at our annual...
Granny Flat Agreements
Granny Flat Agreements We frequently assist multi-generational families who live on the same property. Very often, a parent has paid a lump sum to...
Is Mediation Right for Me?
Is Mediation Right for Me? The high profile defamation proceedings recently launched in the WA Supreme Court by former defence minister, Linda...
What Happens to your Pet if you Pass Away in Australia?
What Happens to your Pet if you Pass Away In a comprehensive study by Animal Medicines Australia, it was found that nearly 70% of Australian...
DeFacto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes
DeFacto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes Inheritance disputes can often involve a person claiming to be a de facto partner of the deceased. ...
‘Thumbs Up’ emoji!
Think twice before sending your ‘Thumbs Up’ emoji! As a fast and easy way to express ourselves in online communication, emojis have been described...
Bank of Mum and Dad
It is not unusual for parents to advance their children money. It could be for their first car, grandchildren’s school fees, a holiday, medical...
If I could say one thing – David Borg
If I could say one thing by David Borg | 08 03, 2023 | Latest NewsIf I could say one thing – David Borg "Obtain legal advice before speaking to the...
Property Tax – First Home Buyer Choice – What is it?
Property Tax - First Home Buyer Choice - What is it? by Caldwell Martin Cox | 13 02, 2023 | Latest NewsYou may have recently heard the recent...
Estate Planning – If You Have A Company Or Businesses
Estate Planning - If You Have A Company Or Businesses by Caldwell Martin Cox | 13 02, 2023 | Latest NewsPeople often think of a Will, Power of...
De Facto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes
De Facto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes by Caldwell Martin Cox | 19 12, 2022 | Latest NewsInheritance disputes can often involve a person...