June 23, 2025
Legal Hypothetical: Residence rights questioned after assault
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Legal Hypothetical: Residence rights questioned after assault

SIBLINGS William and Ken became the registered proprietors of their late mother’s home when she passed-away 15 years ago. They have both been living in the home since. Unfortunately, whilst in their 70s, an incident occurs whereby Ken assaults William with a baseball bat, causing him bodily harm. He is charged and enters into a […]

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Legal Hypothetical: Small estate, big costs
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Legal Hypothetical: Small estate, big costs

ANNE is superstitious about making a will. She resides in a nursing home and has a modest bank account. She considers that her assets are not of sufficient value to warrant the making of a will. When Anne passes-away, a bond is refundable from the nursing home and with her bank account, her assets total […]

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Legal Hypothetical: Dispute regarding right to reside in home
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Legal Hypothetical: Dispute regarding right to reside in home

FRANK and Betty have been in a de facto relationship for 20 years. Frank has three children as a result of a previous relationship. Frank seeks legal advice regarding his estate planning and in particular, how he can make a Will that “looks after” Betty, while preserving his estate for his three children. The solicitor […]

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