It's no secret that summers in Australia get extremely hot. In 2018, Sydney was hit with its highest temperature since 1939 with one suburb reaching a scorching 47.3 degrees Celsius. At these high temperatures, your construction workers could suffer from massive heat strokes resulting in hefty workers compensation claims. Here are some ways to provide a safer working environment for construction workers to protect them from injury and your business from workers compensation claims.
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If you've recently been injured and you aren't quite sure whether you'll ever get compensated for it, don't worry -- in most cases, if you have good compensation lawyers you can get what you deserve. One of the main reasons that people fail to seek legal representation is that they're not sure whether their injury will be eligible for compensation. Does your injury qualify? Read below to find out!
Auto Accident Injuries
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Are you facing criminal charges and would like to have the case dropped early, to avoid being sent to jail, or to attain a 'not guilty' verdict? One thing is for sure: you will need to hire a good criminal defence lawyer to handle your case. If you do not have a particular criminal law lawyer in mind, and you're wondering about where to find a lawyer you can entrust with the task of getting you out of legal trouble, here are some tips that can aid in your search.
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Engaging in legal disputes is a time-consuming and costly exercise, but it's one that is sometimes necessary to resolve issues. Taking proactive steps to avoid disputes by getting an attorney involved at an early stage in the process is the best option both for your bank account balance and for your stress levels. By drafting documents well and taking time to consult with the people affected, or by using professional conveyancing services and other forms of legal help, you can guard against litigation in the future.
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You may feel that you were particularly close to a friend or relative who was entering their final days, and due to certain circumstances, you may have expected them to include you in their will. However, you've just seen this final document and are disappointed by what you read. Does the Australian legal system allow you to contest a will and if so, under what circumstances?
Legal Structure
You should first have a look at the structure of the will itself to determine if it is actually valid.
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