Mistakes can occur in legal documents, even in critical areas like family law. The slip rule is a provision under Australian law designed to correct clerical errors, accidental omissions, or typographical mistakes in court orders. It ensures that the final order accurately reflects what the court intended, without changing its substantive outcome. In family law, […]
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Family disputes over ashes in Australia can arise during the emotionally charged period following a loved one’s death. Disagreements often centre on who has the legal right to possess the ashes, where they should be kept, or how they should be scattered. Australian law generally assigns responsibility for handling a deceased person’s remains to the
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Family law in Australia is built on the principle of fairness, often referred to as “just and equitable.” But what does this term mean, and how does it affect you during a separation? Simply put, just and equitable family law is a legal standard ensuring that decisions about property division, parenting arrangements, and financial settlements
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The doctrine of exoneration is a legal principle that can significantly impact how joint debts are treated during property settlements in Australian family law. It addresses situations where one party to a relationship claims they should not bear responsibility for a shared debt because they did not benefit from it. This doctrine is particularly relevant
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When relationships end, dividing property and assets can quickly become complicated, especially if the contributions of each partner aren’t reflected in legal ownership. One legal tool the Australian courts use to address this issue is constructive trust. A constructive trust is a type of trust imposed by the court to prevent unjust enrichment — that
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