In July 2015 Frichot & Frichot welcomed Vito Dangubic as a new Practice Director, joining existing Directors Ante Zorotovic, Ashley Wilson, Nick Gvozdin and Natale Ricciardi. Vito commenced practice as a lawyer in the former Yugoslavia in 1981 where he was involved in a wide range of practice areas. Following his move to Australia, Vito...
The loss of a family member is usually a difficult time. However, it may be even more distressing to learn that you have not been included or adequately provided for in the family member’s Will. A person may leave their assets to whoever they wish. However, if you have been left out of or inadequately provided...
When a marriage or de facto relationship breaks down, it is not unusual for separated parties to be anxious about possible entitlements in a property settlement. This is not surprising, given that family law is complicated, the disputes are often emotional and the “rules” are poorly understood. There are also many inaccurate statements and myths...
From 4 March 2015 it will be possible for police to issue infringement notices instead of prosecution notices for some minor offences under the Criminal Code. Infringement notices will provide for payment of a fine but paying the fine within time will not result in a criminal record. The infringement notice procedure will apply to...
Have you, a friend or relative just separated? If so, the information below could help. What is meant by separation? Separation is the ending of a marriage or de facto relationship. De facto relationships include same sex couples. Separation is simply a fact, which is established by one or both parties forming an intention to end the...
If you are in business, whether it’s in the capacity of a company director, in management or if you represent a company as its accountant, you must know of the power of a Statutory Demand. This article sets out the huge benefits in using this as a method of very quickly and effectively collecting a...
People injured in Western Australia due to the negligent driving of a motor vehicle may be have a right to claim compensation for any injuries suffered and this is possible even if it was partly your own fault. In Western Australia compensation is paid by the Insurance Commission of Western Australia if the negligent party...
Finalising a property settlement legally after separation offers more than just certainty about your entitlements and obligations – there may also be substantial tax benefits. When there is a transfer of real estate from joint names to one person only or from one party to another, it would normally attract stamp duty. Under Section 113...
Upon separation, many couples resolve financial matters privately without ever involving lawyers or getting a formal agreement filed in the Family Court (or, in some circumstances, entering into a binding financial agreement). While this might save money, it also leaves you exposed to future claims against your assets and it might also cost a great...
Changes to the legislation for Extraordinary Drivers Licences (“EDL”), section 76 of the Road Traffic Act, took effect from 4 July 2011. These changes abolish special applications. The changes also direct that a Court shall not make an order directing the grant of an EDL unless the refusal would: deprive the applicant of the means...
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