Do you have a properly drafted Will? In a recent District Court case, Floyd v Floyd & ORS, Judge Andrews had to interpret a number of ambiguous clauses in a DIY Will Kit which had been completed by the deceased.
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Increase in Compensation – Black Lung Disease
Additional lump sum compensation and the ability to accept lump sum compensation as well as a seeking common law damages are just two of the amendments to the Workers’ Compensation Legislation for workers diagnosed with Black Lung Disease.
Am I Insured?
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Do you know what coverage you have through your superannuation?
Watch this space: casual employees right to convert to permanent employment
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During the most recent review of the Modern Awards by the Fair Work Commission, they have decided that the Modern Awards should contain a provision that allows casual employees to elect to convert to either full-time employment or part-time employment, once they have met certain criteria.
Have you been issued a Police Protection Notice?
Changes to the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act now give police further power with respect to the conditions which they can impose in a Police Protection Notice’s to those who allegedly commit acts of domestic violence.
Dangerous Driving Leads to Heavy Penalties
Do you know what’s considered ‘dangerous operation of a motor vehicle’ and the penatlies associated with such charge?
Leading the Way for the new generation
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Macrossan & Amiet are delighted to announce that solicitors Paul Formosa & Caitlin Roberts have become part owners of our business on 1 July 2017
De facto Relationships and Stepchildren – Do you need to update your Will?
Amendments made to the Succession Act regarding de facto relationships and stepchildren came into effect from 5 June 2017.
Prestige Developments still happening in Airlie Beach
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Two major residential projects in the Whitsunday region are continuing with construction and development in the wake of tropical cyclone Debbie.
Fair Work Ombudsman Prosecutes!
*** WARNING all Accountants, Bookkeepers, HR Advisors and Pay Advisors ***
Do you manage/pay wages? Are you paying them correctly and in accordance with Fair Work?
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Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024
Claiming an executor’s commission
Do’s and Don’ts for Separated Parents
Superannuation Death Benefits and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
50 years in Law
Five Decades, One Workplace: Mackay Woman Honoured for 50 Years in Law
Doyle’s Guide recommended Law Firm
