2015

  • In A Violent Relationship But Don't Know How To Leave? The Practical Steps You Need To Take

    For women who are in violent relationships the question they are often asked is why didn't they leave earlier? The nature of domestic violence is often to blame for this, with victims being so demoralised, alienated from friends and family, threatened with the loss of their children, and financially controlled that they don't feel able to make their escape from a violent spouse. Building up the emotional strength to leave is the biggest part of the problem, but having a solid practical plan is a vital factor in ensuring a safe and permanent removal from a violent relationship: [Read More]

  • 3 Times When You Should Consult With a Solicitor

    A solicitor or lawyer is a professional that you should call, not just for criminal matters, but for many different matters relating to business, property, and even your own family. They can ensure that your rights are protected and also protect you and your estate. Note a few times when you should consult with a solicitor and why it's so important. 1. You're preparing a will There are legal kits you can buy and computer programs that help you to fill out your own will, but doing this without a solicitor can be very shortsighted. [Read More]

  • Buying A New Home? How A Property Lawyer Can Help

    Are you in the market for a new home? If so, and if you have found the home that you would like to buy, there are going to be many legalities involved. In order to make sure that everything is done properly so that there are no problems later on, it is important that you hire a property lawyer. This is the person who is going to make sure that all of the legalities are taken care of and that the transaction goes smoothly. [Read More]

  • Organising access visits when one parents lives in another country

    As people travel more, relationships between people from different countries are becoming more common. When divorce or separation occurs it isn't unusual for the parents to want to return to their home countries for the support of their family members. No matter where the parents reside, the aim of the family law court is to allow children to retain a reasonable relationship with both parents. Travel overseas must be approved [Read More]

  • How to Get a Work & Holiday Visa

    If you are between the ages of 18 and 30, are planning visiting Australia, and you would like to work during your visit, a regular visitor's visa will not be enough. You will need to apply for a Work and Holiday Visa. This visa is also available to citizens from Malaysia, Turkey, Chile, and Thailand. It allows you to work for up to 12 months, and you can leave and re-enter Australia many times during this period. [Read More]

  • Under What Grounds Can A Will Be Contested?

    When loved ones pass on, their property is administered to rightful beneficiaries according to the provisions and conditions spelt out in his or her last will. However, there are a number of situations that may lead one to decide to contest a will left by their loved one. These situations are referred to as grounds for contestation of a will and are anchored in the law. Here is a quick look at some of the legal grounds under which one can contest a will. [Read More]

  • 4 Reasons Why You Should Take Legal Action After a Personal Injury Accident

    Accidents in the modern world happen all the time. However, if you are a victim of injury due to someone's else's negligence or direct intent to cause harm, that is an act of malice for which you should seek justice. Such cases include injury at work, injury at a public place, road accidents, faulty products or direct assault. If you are a victim of any of these, seeking justice through a personal injury lawyer is important for the following reasons. [Read More]

  • Reasons To Hire A Will And Estate Lawyer

    Creating a will and estate planning are vital to ensuring that your assets are properly divided in the event that you die or you are incapacitated. But because there are complexities involved in establishing these long-term protections, here are some of the ways in which a will and estate lawyer can help you. Establishing Power of Attorney -- Will and estate lawyers are skilled at setting up a power of attorney, which gives a loved one or someone else you know the power to act legally on your behalf as it relates to finances and legal issues. [Read More]

  • Some Benefits And Drawbacks Of No Win No Fee Agreements

    Although relatively new in countries such as the Untied Kingdom, the idea of being able to hire a legal representative on a no win no fee basis is already established in places such as Australia, or the US. As the term 'no win no fee' suggests, there is no risk for the client, as this risk is undertaken by the solicitor. In cases where a solicitor takes on, and loses, an agreed no win no fee case with a client, the solicitor is liable for any losses. [Read More]

  • Why You Should Never Convey Property Without Consulting With a Solicitor

    When you convey property or receive this property, you want to ensure you're doing this legally and that you understand the entire process. While it's easy to think you can use a template of a conveyancing agreement you find online and follow instructions you find at a website, there are reasons to consider always consulting with a solicitor first before you start this process. Note the following. 1. Surveys should be done before receiving any land [Read More]