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The need to have a valid will can be highlighted when contrasting what will happen to your estate if you die intestate (i.e. without a will).

On 1 December 2020, South Australian Parliament passed legislation to abolish the common law defence of provocation. But what is provocation, and what does its abolition mean for accused persons and criminal trials in South Australia?

The growing popularity of mobile apps providing transportation, food delivery and like services has created a surge in independent contractors performing work traditionally performed by employees.

The High Court Decision in Thorne v Kennedy provides important guidance about the circumstances in which pre-nuptial agreements are legally binding on the parties.

The new Advanced Care Directive (ACD), introduced on 1 July 2014, enables you (if you’re over 18 and of sound mind) to appoint one or more substitute decision-makers to make decisions regarding your future care, including your health care.

It is important that people seeking compensation for asbestos related diseases in South Australia be aware that strict time limits can apply to claims and that failure to comply with these time limits can cause significant prejudice to a claimant’s right to obtain compensation.

The importance of seeking prompt and regular medical attention for injuries arising out of a motor vehicle accident was brought home to Senior Personal Injury Lawyer, Tim Downie in a recent case that he has just resolved.

One popular question asked of clients when preparing their wills is whether or not they can leave some or all of their estate to their beloved cat or dog.

In January this year we published an article about the South Australian land tax changes. These changes to the Land Tax Act 1936 come into effect on 30 June 2020 and include lower tax rates, the introduction of new land tax aggregation provisions, a different rate of tax for land held in trust and grouping provisions for related corporations.