Andersons Solicitors
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South Australian lawyers practicing in family law, personal injury, employment law, wills/estates, and commercial. Fighting for legal rights of all South Aussies. Follow our blog articles on topical issues, relevant changes in legislation and simple knowledge sharing in the legal world covering all areas of law.
Andersons Solicitors
4d ago
Despite the commonly held view that the world is becoming more litigious, the reality is that a significant number of agreements and contracts between people are still only reached verbally. Often, such verbal agreements are related to very important matters or involve large sums of money. The unwillingness to formally document an agreement in writing ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
1w ago
So you have reached a final property settlement agreement with your ex which was formalised by way of Court Orders. One party now seeks to change the agreement. Can they do this? There are very limited circumstances in which changes can be made to final property settlement orders. What are final property consent orders? Final ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
2w ago
In this video, Matthew Fuss explains what to do when you receive a motor vehicle accident insurance claim settlement offer. Watch YouTube video here TRANSCRIPT: If you’re involved in a motor vehicle accident in South Australia whether you’re a driver of a motor vehicle, cyclist, motor bike rider or even a pedestrian, you may be ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
2w ago
When it comes to ending a marriage, most people think of divorce. However, in certain circumstances, an annulment might be the more appropriate option. Before applying for an annulment, it is important to understand what an annulment entails, the grounds for obtaining one and the associated risks and benefits. What is an Annulment? An annulment ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
3w ago
When an injured person pursues a claim for compensation arising out of an accident, there may be a right of recovery by Centrelink and Medicare for any monies paid to the injured person which relate to injuries sustained in the accident. The insurer for the negligent party cannot release any settlement funds to the injured ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
3w ago
A common misconception is that you can proceed straight to filing a Court Claim and asking a judge to make a final determination to resolve your case if you’re involved in a commercial dispute. This can include a contract, building or property dispute, a debt claim or a consumer law complaint. In South Australia, this ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
1M ago
The majority of CTP claims are resolved by negotiation and result in a lump sum payment to the injured person. It’s important to remember that the insurance company’s interests are not the same as yours. If they provide you with a settlement offer, you should always seek independent legal advice to ensure you are receiving ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
1M ago
Separating from your spouse or partner often triggers feelings of loss, grief and uncertainty. Amidst the turmoil, it is crucial that you take steps to protect yourself, your property and your finances after separation. Whilst the process of disentangling your finances can be challenging, failing to do so can lead to ongoing stress and long-lasting ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
1M ago
Help! We are a blended family and want to leave the house to both sets of children. What’s the problem? Most commonly when a couple purchase a property, they purchase it as joint tenants. This results in the property being subject to the right of survivorship, meaning if one joint owner dies, their share is ..read more
Andersons Solicitors
1M ago
In this video, Partner Sarah Vinall explains what you can claim if a loved one dies in a car accident. Watch YouTube video here TRANSCRIPT: If a family member was killed in a car accident that was caused by another driver, you may be entitled to compensation. Who can make a claim? A claim ..read more