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Accident claims
Compensation
Motor vehicle accident

Your guide to car accident injury claims

Been involved in a car accident? This guide will teach you everything you need to know about car accident injury claims.

Estates
Wills

Your guide to will and estate planning

Here’s everything you need to know about will and estate planning, from what a will is to grounds for contesting a will.

10 common traffic fines: South Australian traffic lawyers explain what they mean

South Australians know speeding fines (and other driving penalties) come with a hefty price tag and big demerit points. But what can – and can’t – you do?

Getting divorced in South Australia

The laws around divorce and family law can be a bit of a mystery. Our divorce lawyers have prepared some common important divorce questions to help you navigate getting divorced in South Australia.

WorkCover lump-sum compensation payments for injuries at work

Have you been injured at work, and not sure if you can get a permanent impairment payout? Save yourself hours of stress and research and talk to us.

Stressed about settlement dates? Start here

Buying property? With the market booming, settlement dates have become a big topic of conversation between conveyancers and clients. Here’s what you need to know about choosing a conveyancer early and getting the settlement date right.

Joint tenants vs tenants in common: What’s the difference?

Purchasing property is a significant investment, and getting advice on how to structure the ownership of your property is important; for example, whether to purchase as joint tenants vs tenants in common.

No Win No Fee conditions

Hurt because of someone else’s negligence? Our No Win No Fee lawyers are willing to roll up their sleeves to make sure you can access the power of the law.

Duty of disclosure in family law: How the 2025 amendments will affect you

From 10 June 2025, disclosure obligations in family law matters will shift from court rules to the Family Law Act (1975). While the requirements remain the same, non-compliance will attract stronger penalties, including fines or imprisonment. Accurate and timely disclosure is essential in both property and parenting disputes.

Family law and pets

One of the most difficult parts of a relationship breakdown is to decide who keeps the family pet. Traditionally, Courts have treated pets as “property” in the same way as a home, car or bank account. From 10 June 2025, there will be changes to the Family Law Act 1975 which will mean that pets are treated as a particular kind of property, known as “companion animals”.

From Lyrics to Law: Taylor Swift's 'Anti-Hero' and the Dynamics of Estate Protection

Attending Taylor Swift's recent concert in Sydney prompted contemplation on the intersection of popular culture and estate planning. Amidst the lively atmosphere of the event, the song "Anti-Hero" stood out for its exploration of family dynamics and the complexities of inheritance. This blog post delves into the insights offered by Taylor Swift's lyrics in understanding practical estate planning challenges.