Media Releases
Why marriage equality in Australia may have resulted in the revocation of Wills of some same sex couples
May 16, 2018
It’s potentially a case of unintended consequences however questions are growing over the validity of wills of some same sex couples who were married overseas before Australia recognised same sex unions. It’s a little detailed but here’s the thinking. The problem arises as a consequence of Section 12 of the Succession Act 2006 (NSW) which provides that […]
Coronial findings – Margaret (Margot) Pegum
April 26, 2018
Comments from Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers’ Bill Madden: The Coroner made two recommendations today, addressed to the Australian and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Surgery Society: That consideration by given to developing guidelines concerning intragastric balloon procedures, covering patient selection and exclusion criteria, indications and contraindications, risks, and appropriate follow up care and advice; That […]
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Have you just popped the question or have started a brand new relationship? Maybe you and your partner have bought a new house or even welcomed a baby into the family. These are the types of life events when you should make sure that your Will is updated to reflect your new circumstances. #WhenItMatters
Estate Planning - Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers
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Estate planning is one of the most important Personal Law matters that all of us should take the time to attend to. Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers can help with all the important estate planning matters across the lifecycle including establishing trusts, asset protection, tax and other advice. Our lawyer...Each year over a million Australians take a holiday on a cruise ship.
What laws apply if you have an accident or are a victim of a crime when you are travelling on holiday through international waters?
Holiday cruise ships and the law
abc.net.au
What laws apply if a holiday cruise in international waters goes horribly wrong?Today is World Refugee Day.
“This is not about sharing a burden. It is about sharing a global responsibility, based not only the broad idea of our common humanity but also on the very specific obligations of international law. The root problems are war and hatred, not people who flee: refugees are among the first victims of terrorism.” – UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres.
World Refugee Day, 20 June - Messages
un.org
Today, more than 68 million people around the world are refugees or internally displaced as a result of conflict or persecution. That is equivalent to the population of the world’s 20th largest country.
Australia to launch national inquiry into workplace sexual harassment
abc.net.au
In a world first, the Australian Human Rights Commission will launch an independent national inquiry into sexual harassment in the workplace.Media Team
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