What is the difference between Medical Malpractice and Medical Negligence? Often we are asked as to whether there is any difference between medical malpractice and medical negligence. The short answer is, no. The terms are largely interchangeable. The prefix...
Do I need a Will if I have no assets? A Will is a legal document which sets out the manner in which you would like your assets, to be distributed following your death. The Will provides for the appointment of an Executor who will administer the terms of the Will and...
What if the worker dies as a result of their work? Regrettably, despite every reasonable precaution being taken, workers suffer injury during the course of their employment. In fact, according to Safe Work Australia, there were in excess of 107,000 serious workers...
Can I claim for damages if the accident was partly my fault? Generally speaking, for all personal injury claims, it is necessary to establish, ultimately to the satisfaction of the court, that another party was responsible for the accident which resulted in the injury...
When should I update my Will? Often an enquiry is made as to whether a Will needs to be updated. The answer is yes and no. That is, a Will, once made, is valid for the balance of the Testator’s natural life. It does not need to be renewed or updated to remain...
Can I be arrested by the Police without evidence of my guilt? There are a number of circumstances where Police have powers to arrest you. These can include: They have reasonable suspicion that you have (or are about to) commit an offence; They have a warrant for your...
