By Kristy Hatcher, Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer, Owen Hodge Lawyers This article provides a comprehensive overview of aged care, focusing primarily on residential aged care homes. It … [Read more...]
How are assets divided fairly and equitably during a split? The Costello & Langdon [2024] case
By Kristy-Lee Burns, Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers During a divorce or separation, determining how property is divided between parties so that it is fair is influenced by two key factors: … [Read more...]
Why a transition to Aged Care should trigger an estate planning review
By Kristy Hatcher, Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer, Owen Hodge Lawyers Estate planning and navigating the transition to Aged Care are deeply intertwined in Australia. When supporting a parent … [Read more...]
Estate Planning and Beyond: Crafting a Secure Future with Legal Expertise
Estate planning is mainly associated with persons of significant wealth or older age, creating confusion, although its significance extends far beyond these narrow definitions. Actually, estate … [Read more...]
Demystifying Divorce: 9 Legal Steps That Lie Ahead of Your New Life
Are you considering a divorce but feeling overwhelmed by the legal process? You're not alone. Ending a marital union can be an intense and emotionally charged experience, but understanding the basic … [Read more...]
How To Handle False Assault Accusations By Your Dating Partner
Relationships are more complicated than ever in the era of online dating and long-distance bonds. You cannot expect things to go your way at all times because people want to experiment and explore … [Read more...]
Why Being Charged With a Crime Isn’t the End of the World
If you're facing criminal charges, it's easy to feel like your life is over. But it's important to remember that being charged with a crime is not the same as being convicted of one. You still have … [Read more...]
What Can Personal Injury Lawyers Do for People With Paralysis?
Paralysis is the loss of muscle function in a particular area of the body. There are many different causes of paralysis, some of which are reversible and some of which are not. Some common causes of … [Read more...]
The Criminal Justice System in Canada
The Canadian criminal justice system is one of the most complex in the world. It is made up of three branches: the federal government, which makes laws; the provincial government, which administers … [Read more...]
5 Tips For Women To Advocate For Themselves After A Car Accident
Despite improvements in gender equality, women are still disadvantaged in many aspects of their lives. This is especially true when it comes to car accidents. Studies have shown that insurance … [Read more...]
5 Things Australia Recognizes as Proof of a De Facto Relationship
There are certain situations where you need to prove that the relationship you are in is genuine. This could be when you are a permanent Australian resident and you want your partner to come to the … [Read more...]
How To Find The Right Personal Injury Lawyer
Personal injury law allows you the right to seek compensation when you suffer any harm due to someone else's negligence. However, you must provide evidence to show that the other party was responsible … [Read more...]
How Young Mothers Can Cope with Divorce and Be Stronger Out the Other Side
Going through a divorce can be a huge challenge at any stage in life but when you are a young mother trying to juggle bringing up your child with the emotional strain of a divorce, it can be even … [Read more...]
Vindictive Narcissism: Beware of This Potentially Dangerous Personality Style
Individuals don't choose to suffer from a narcissistic personality disorder or NPD. They have a mental condition and rarely fit into the stereotype as portrayed in pop culture. Some people suffering … [Read more...]
When to Contact an Asylum Lawyer
A competent attorney plays a very important role in the asylum process. The attorney is responsible to finalize your documents at the time of their submission for Immigration services (USCIS) and … [Read more...]
A Comprehensive Guide to Catastrophic Injuries
Have you ever been in a car collision? Vehicle accidents, falls, and other types of incidents make individuals experience catastrophic injuries with potentially fatal consequences. These horrific … [Read more...]
Emotional Violence: How to Prove It and Does It Stand Up In Court?
Talking about abuse is a distressing topic but one that needs to be talked about if the cycle of emotional violence is going to be stopped and action is taken to prevent it from happening again. A … [Read more...]
Wills Online Are Legal In UK!
Writing a final testament gives you peace of mind and reassurance that your loved ones and assets can be taken care of. Your last wishes and testament must also be respected and carried out to a tee … [Read more...]
Why Hire Stourbridge Solicitors “Near Me”
Are you looking to buy a property? If you are, hiring a solicitor will come in quite handy. These professionals will make the process a lot less hassle-free for you, making it possible for you to … [Read more...]
Varying A Will – Is It Possible?
The will-writing process can be highly detailed and intricate at best. With legal terms like probate and estate planning, there are so many particulars involved with creating a final testament and … [Read more...]
Manchester Conveyancing Specialist for 2020
The process of buying or selling a home can be tedious. It is also extremely complex, which makes it necessary for the buyer or seller to hire the help of a professional so that the process goes about … [Read more...]
Conveyancing Solicitors In Birmingham – What To Look For
One of the things you will need to do when you are selling property is to hire a licensed conveyancing solicitor. This professional will come in handy in helping you handle various issues during the … [Read more...]
Tying the knot? Now you’re moving into a new life phase, what else should you have tied up?
By Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers It’s pretty difficult to get couples to talk about estate planning at any time. But for newly married couples or those on the cusp of a wedding, … [Read more...]
Do I need a lawyer or mediator?
So, you’re faced with an issue that you need to resolve. Problem is, you can’t decide whether you need a lawyer or mediator to help you get the outcome you seek, as quickly as possible, and as … [Read more...]
Preparation Tips for Meeting with Your Criminal Lawyer
If you’ve been charged with a criminal offence, it is understandable to feel worried and frightened about the whole situation, even more so if you are a first-time offender. Dealing with a … [Read more...]