Monthly Archives: February 2010

Congratulations to Alice

Posted on February 19, 2010 by admin

Congratulations to our newest employee, Alice Davis who has been admitted as a solicitor today. After completing her placement with Burke, Elphick and Mead Lawyers in 2009, Alice continued clerking with the firm on a casual basis until she joined … Continue reading →

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Time Limits for Compensation

Posted on February 11, 2010 by admin

The Motor Accidents Compensation Act, 1999 is clear that claims for compensation for personal injuries suffered in a car accident (when it is not your fault or not completely your fault) are to be lodged against the Compulsory Third Party … Continue reading →

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Can I claim compensation if I don’t know who the owner or the driver is who caused my car accident?

Posted on February 11, 2010 by admin

Yes, but there are rules to making a claim against an unknown or unidentified driver, who is known as the “Nominal Defendant”. If you were involved in a car accident and have been injured, whether you were a pedestrian, passenger … Continue reading →

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Family Law Reviews

Posted on February 11, 2010 by admin

The Attorney General has recently released key reports examining the operation of the family law system and how the Family Courts deal with cases involving family violence. For the full report follow this link to the Attorney General for Australia … Continue reading →

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