Two Tips for a Fast and Efficient Divorce Process

Posted on: 25 August 2017

Getting divorced can be an emotionally exhausting experience. If you would prefer not to drag out this legal process for any longer than is necessary, here are a few tips which should be of use to you. Get your paperwork in order If you and your spouse have been together for several years and have, during this period of time, accumulated a number of shared assets, you will need to divide up these assets at some point during the divorce proceedings.
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How to Reduce Workplace Bullying and Stay on the Right Side of the Law

Posted on: 2 July 2017

Bullying can be detrimental to the health and happiness of your workers, but under new Safe Work Australia guidelines, it can also be illegal. As an employer, you're likely wondering what you can do to deter bullying and keep your commercial enterprise on the right side of the law. Understand Bullying Bullying can be comprised of a myriad of activities. It may include abusive language, humiliation, unjustified complaints or even practical jokes.
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Why You Need to Be Careful with Your Paperwork When Approaching End of Life

Posted on: 23 February 2017

How often have you heard the phrase – "that's not worth the paper it's written on." Frequently, that type of generic phrase is not accurate, but you could definitely say that one particular piece of paper is very valuable when it comes to your will and your estate. What is this, and why should you be so concerned? Creating the Important Documents Most people understand the importance of creating a will in order to make sure that the people who succeed them are taken care of and that their assets go where they want them.
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Why A Windfall Can Be a Two Edged Sword for Separating Couples

Posted on: 21 February 2017

Money can often be at the root of arguments between couples. In many cases, it can be the basis for separation and can lead to significant dispute through the legal system, in order to try and decide "who gets what." While this type of procedure can be long-winded and complicated just by itself, the waters can be muddied even more when some kind of windfall comes into the picture. How does the legal system view this and what do you need to know?
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