The cost of an AVO can vary depending on several factors, including the complexity of the case, location of the court, legal representation, and length of the proceedings. Prepare to spend between $3000 – $10,000 to defend an AVO at a final hearing. Whether the people involved in the case hire a lawyer or represent …
A will is necessary to ensure that your assets and possessions are distributed according to your wishes after death. What if, however, your circumstances or desires change? In Australia, a codicil of will is a legal document that allows you to modify your will without having to draft a new one. This guide will explain …
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For the police to charge you with a crime in Australia, they must generally have reasonable grounds to believe that a crime has been committed and that you are the perpetrator. Typically, this requires some level of evidence. Physical evidence, witness statements, and circumstantial evidence are only a few examples of the various types of …
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Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on property is an important part of Australia’s tax system, and it has big effects on homeowners, buyers, and people who buy and sell property. This tax isn’t just on land but also on shares and stocks. It’s a part of income tax handled by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). CGT …
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An AVO for verbal abuse may be applied by someone suffering from things like constant criticism, regular shouting, and offensive language. The effects of verbal abuse can be more complex to prove than physical abuse, especially if the abuse is done in a subtle or controlled way. Verbal abuse, in the end, involves a power …
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Custody issues can often become complex and contentious. This is why family courts exist: to determine the best outcomes for children’s welfare and to ensure that both parents can maintain a healthy relationship with their children. However, the question of keeping a child away from other parents in Australia often comes up. In this blog, …
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A vexatious litigant is a person who persistently initiates legal actions without reasonable grounds, often to harass or subdue an adversary. These litigants may abuse the legal system by pursuing meritless lawsuits, appealing decisions excessively, repetitively suing the same parties, or engaging in other activities to cause unnecessary delay or cost. The term “vexatious” suggests …
Have you ever been made to doubt your own memory? Question your sanity? If someone in your life repeatedly manipulates you into feeling like your perceptions are wrong, it might not be your imagination. This is gaslighting, and it’s a serious form of emotional abuse. Gaslighting isn’t explicitly illegal in Australia. However, this is set …
