Motor Vehicle Accidents on the Rise

It goes without saying that ‘accidents happen’, especially on the roads. Whether you drive a little or you drive a lot, getting behind the wheel puts you at risk. Even careful drivers are at the mercy of not so careful drivers when they are out and about on the road. Despite tighter road safety…

Changes to your rights for Motor Vehicle Compensation in NSW

Last week the NSW State Government announced a complete overhaul of the legislation surrounding motor vehicle accident compensation. The proposed changes will see Compulsory Third Party (CTP) Motor Accident Insurance, which has been in place since 1942, replaced with a hybrid no-fault scheme as early as July 2017. The new scheme will introduce a number…

Some Alarming Statistics About Slips, Trips and Falls

Slip and fall accidents are the kind of accidents no one really wants to talk about. Victims often feel like people blame them for not paying attention. Many victims are elderly or young children who can’t advocate for themselves. They may not have the capacity to understand what exactly happened. As a result, many accidents…

The Divorce Process: What You Can Expect

If you’re thinking about filing for divorce, you already understand the emotional toll it can take. Hopefully, having a bit more information about the terminology and the process can ease your anxiety. In Australia, getting a divorce is treated as a “no-fault” legal process. This means that you don’t have to list or prove the…

3 Things To Look For In A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

If you’ve been injured physically or physiologically or exposed to a dangerous chemical at work, you need to speak to a workers’ compensation lawyer right away. Sometimes your injury may not at first be obvious eg. If your work is heavy or repetitive it may take many years for your condition to affect you. You will…

Safe Driving Tips For Bad Weather

We all hope for perfect road conditions and clear, sunny days whenever we go out for a drive but with winter approaching in NSW, the chances are that it will rain, sleet, possibly hail and even snow over the winter months. Being prepared for bad-weather driving is a smart decision. Even slightly-poor weather conditions contribute…

Slip and Fall At A Shopping Centre: Who’s Responsible?

Going shopping is something almost everyone looks forward to. Some people even make an event out of it, traveling some distance to shop at an exclusive mall. Whether you’re grocery shopping at your local supermarket, dining in a restaurant, picking up supplies at the paint store or scoping out fashion trends for the upcoming season,…

Custody Rights: 5 Things Recently Separated Parents Should Know

If you and your spouse or partner have recently separated, your life is stressful enough. Worrying about what will happen to your children can make it more difficult. Surround yourself and your children with supportive friends and family and keep their routines intact as much as you can. If you are in physical danger, contact…

5 Things You Should Know About Workers Compensation

The workers compensation system throughout NSW is very complex. It provides a much-needed safety net for workers who are injured at work. Although the Workers Compensation scheme is supposed to be easy to use, it is not. The scheme is filled with deadlines and special requirements that you need to be aware of. In fact,…

Do You Know What To Do After A Car Accident?

Fatal accidents across the nation are increasing. It’s a dangerous trend that the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development has documented and noticed. As a group, “drivers” involved in motor vehicle accidents saw the largest increase in fatalities and serious injuries. Yet passengers, cyclists and pedestrians also are increasingly at risk of being killed on…