Dying Without a Will – What Happens?
Judging by some comments read on social media, there are widespread public misconceptions about what happens with your assets if you die without having a will.
Another employee caught out on Facebook
What did people do before Facebook? The ability to check out what friends and acquaintances are doing, for some, has become part of everyday life. However, for others it has had unexpected and costly consequences. You would have possibly heard…
Important points relating to wills and enduring powers of attorney
A new marriage or civil union will automatically invalidate a will unless the will was made in contemplation of that marriage or civil union.
Ignore workplace bullying at your own risk
In 2011 a local high school initiated an investigation into allegations of bullying. The apparent increasing prevalence of bullying is not isolated to schools but is also on the rise in workplaces globally. Employers should be aware that they may be liable for bullying that occurs in their workplace. For that reason, it is useful to know what constitutes bullying, so that steps can be taken to pre-empt potential incidents of bullying and manage conduct of concern appropriately.
What is “Probate”?
Often, when acting on the administration of deceased estates, I am asked “What exactly is “probate”?”