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When it comes to things like, Wills and estate planning generally, there is an abundance of myths. Sadly these myths prevent people being proactive about taking the necessary steps to protect their assets following their death. In this podcast, Dan talks with Estate Planning Lawyer, Kaisha Gambell from Coutts.  The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with...

If you're considering buying a business, then you probably already know there is a lot to it. In this edition of the Law By Dan podcast, Dan hands you across to Simon Bennett, Managing Partner at OMB Solicitors who will take you through a great little checklist of things you have to tick off.  You can reach out to Simon at www.australialawyers.com.au The Law By Dan network is all about enhanc...

There are many legitimate reasons why a person may wish to challenge a Will. However, it is a complex area of law and the eligibility requirements of who actually can challenge a Will is very narrow. In this edition of Law By Dan, Dan talks with Estate Litigation Lawyer, Ann Eagle from Harris Lieberman on what is required to challenge a Will in Victoria and the process of doing so.  The Law By Dan...

Construction defects in a strata not only have an overwhelming financial and emotional impact on a unit owner but all those involved in the industry, from architects, engineers, certifiers, developers, and builders. In this podcast, Dan Toombs talks with leading Sydney Strata Lawyer, David Sachs of Sachs Gerace about legal recourse in such matters. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing acc...

One common question in the context of family law is how a child's voice gets heard in matters where a child's well-being and welfare may be in peril. The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia can order an Independent Children's Lawyer to be appointed in these particular cases. In this podcast, Award-Winning Accredited Family Law Specialist Page Provan discusses the role of a...

The number of pets, particularly dog ownership, has grown exponentially over the years and with it, the complexities of such ownership when it comes to family law disputes. In this podcast, Accredited Family Law Specialist Abbi Golightly explores this matter. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with law firms and legal services (government and non-gove...

Estate litigation is tricky business, there's no doubt about it. Not only tricky but very much an emotionally charged legal dispute. Now, often it can be the case that a person who wants to challenge the estate may live in Queensland, New South Wales, or any other state for that matter, but the estate or at least a significant part of is located in another state. So, the question is, if I&apo...

Strata and building disputes are often complex in nature, particularly when there is litigation involved. And for most, you add another layer of complexity when you’re trying to kick your head around the jurisdiction where your matter sits and of course, what Court or Tribunal ultimately will determine the matter. In this podcast, David Sachs explores this topic. The Law By Dan network is all abou...

When it comes to criminal lawyers and the name Michael Bosscher, they're synonymous. Michael, of course, is a leading Queensland criminal lawyer who has acted in very high-profile criminal law matters both nationally and internationally. In this special edition of Law By Dan, Dan talks with Michael about his career, some of those notorious cases, like Brett Cowan who of course, murdered Danie...

When it comes to litigation, Mcdonald's has been around the ring plenty of times. In this episode of Law By Dan, Dan discusses the most recent case of a woman who has launched a legal battle against the fast food giant for seducing her with a Cheeseburger. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with law firms and legal services (government and non-go...

The family unit as we know can be very complex. This is particularly the case for blended families. In this context, estate planning can pose some challenges. In this podcast, Big Law's Estate Planning Lawyer Elise Jaques discusses factors and challenges that can arise in estate planning for blended families. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work wi...

There are some unfortunate cases where an injured worker chooses not to seek workers' compensation out of fear that they might lose their job. In this edition of Law by Dan, Bourke Legal's Senior Associate Jessica Prasser explores this matter.  The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with law firms and legal services (government and non-governmen...

Last week, 34-year-old Madeline Lewin, was sentenced to 6.5 years for the manslaughter of Brisbane businessman Anthony Brady as a result of a bondage session performed by Lewin who was a sex worker. It's an interesting case in a number of respects. In this edition of the Law By Dan podcast, Dan considers the case. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We wo...

There is likely a bomb ticking away in your superannuation. In this, short, sharp podcast, Dan tells you what to do about it in 3 minutes. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with law firms and legal services (government and non-government) everywhere, helping them be more accessible and successful in providing legal information and advice. We also own...

In the context of constructing a robust estate plan, the term “testamentary trust” is often used by estate planning lawyers. What is testamentary trust? In this podcast, Coutts Senior Associate Kaisha Gambell answers this question. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with law firms and legal services (government and non-government) everywhere, helping...

You may have heard of the horrendous accident that occurred at the Melbourne show last week when a woman was struck by a rollercoaster. Shylah Rodden is believed to have walked onto the track of the Rebel Coaster ride to retrieve her phone when a moving carriage struck her on Sunday. The 26-year-old, who was working at the show, is believed to have been thrown into the air on impact and fallen 9m...

Sexual assault in New South Wales has recently undergone a series of changes, particularly the definition of consent. In this podcast, Coutts Senior Associate Lara Menon discusses these legislative updates. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with law firms and legal services (government and non-government) everywhere, helping them be more accessible a...

Thanks for joining me for another edition of the Law By Dan podcast. Now, if you were reading the SMH over the weekend, you may have come across a touching story by Ellidy Pullin and the article title was, 36 hours after losing her partner, Ellidy Pullin made a life-changing decision. It's an extract from her book, “Heartstrong.” And the first paragraph sets the tone of what is to come, she s...

Family law matters can often be complex, this can be particularly the case when a business needs to be considered within the property pool. In this podcast, Accredited Family Law Specialist, Clare McCormack of South Geldard Lawyers explains how a business is valued in this context. The Law By Dan network is all about enhancing accessibility to legal help We work with law firms and legal services (...

In December 2018, Cardinal George Pell was convicted of abusing two choirboys in the nineties during his reign as the Archbishop of Melbourne. And as we know, two years later, the High Court of Australia quashed the convictions in what was a unanimous decision, and Cardinal Pell was immediately released from prison. Sadly, one of the former choirboys died in 2014 of a drug overdose and his father...

Most Australians know that they can file a workers' compensation claim if they get hurt on the job. But did you know, that may not be your only option? You may also be able to make a claim through your superannuation account. This is because superannuation programmes generally offer various types of insurance coverage. In this podcast, BPC Partner and Accredited Personal Injury Specialist Mar...

Scooters are great when you're on them and you're upright, but if you're in a jam on one of these or if you've been collected by one of them as a pedestrian and injured, regardless of what state of Australia you're in, getting compensation for those injuries is largely a no-zone area. In this edition of Law by Dan, Dan explains the current state of play with the relevant l...

New housing laws set to come into effect in October this year will make it harder for Queensland landlords to ban pets in rental properties. A landlord could decline a tenant's request for a pet for no specific reason, but come October 2022, that would change. In this edition of Law By Dan, Dan talks with OMB Partner & Strata Law Expert, Tom Robinson. The Law By Dan network is all about e...

Last week we learned of the savage murder of Levi Johnson who was stabbed outside a Goodlife gym at Mansfield in Brisbane by allegedly 4 men. It is said to be gang-related. The last man to be arrested, Kyle Martin was taken into custody last night and it's further alleged that he was in company with his girlfriend. Now, to date, some media reports have suggested that it was Martin who in fact...

Dairy company Norco, one of the largest employers in the flood-devastated regional city of Lismore, announced last week that it would be retrenching 170 casual and permanent employees, notwithstanding the 70 that were made redundant in July. The current state of play is that Norco has refused the offer by the Federal Government of some $35 million to keep things rolling and of course, save jobs. B...