Same Sex Couples’ Rights

Same Sex Couples’ Rights

Same Sex Couples’ Rights August 6, 2015 by Clewett Family Law for Same Sex Couples Same sex couples, and their families, in Queensland have mostly the same entitlements and obligations as opposite sex de facto couples and their families. Marriage Whilst same sex...
Motor Vehicle Accidents

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Motor Vehicle AccidentsJuly 24, 2015 by Clewett Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Claims Accident compensation may be available if you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, either from a car, motorbike, bicycle, quad bike, truck or any other type of motor...
Compensation Claims

Compensation Claims

Compensation Claims July 24, 2015 by Clewett Medical Negligence Compensation Claims If you think you’ve received incorrect or inadequate medical treatment from a healthcare professional or medical facility, you may be able to make a medical negligence compensation...
Gifts for children

Gifts for children

Gifts for children June 24, 2015 by Clewett Gifts – what if there is a relationship breakdown? Consider this scenario: Jack and Jill gave their daughter Mary $200,000 to buy her first home. Ten years later, Mary separated from her husband Paul. Paul expected to leave...
Splitting Super

Splitting Super

Splitting Super June 23, 2015 by Clewett Superannuation Splitting post a separation Super is one of the most valuable assets a couple has, but is often a forgotten asset when it comes to property settlements. Under family law, when a marriage or de facto relationship...
How can you help?

How can you help?

How can you help? June 10, 2015 by Clewett Elder abuse is defined as “a single, or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust which causes harm or distress to an older person” (World Health...
Grandparent Rights

Grandparent Rights

Grandparent Rights June 4, 2015 by Clewett Grandparents Rights post a parent separation Divorce is a very traumatic time for a family and it affects everyone – the couple, the children, family friends, and of course, the grandparents. Grandparents can provide a haven...
Superannuation

Superannuation

Superannuation May 29, 2015 by Clewett What happens to my Super when I die? Superannuation does not necessarily form part of your estate when you die. Therefore, when planning for your family’s future, you should clearly document how you want your superannuation...