Alternate Dispute Resolution – The new buzz word
What is alternate dispute resolution? Alternate Dispute Resolution means trying to sort out a problem without having to go to court Going to court costs a small fortune. This is great for us, because we’re lawyers. We make more money when we go to court. It’s not best for you though. The best thing is […]
Admittance, conviction and being charged for a crime
As the premier law firm of Canberra, United Legal is committed to ensure that people get the justice they deserve. Comprising of a passionate team of solicitors and barristers conveniently based in Fyshwick, ACT, we also aim to make the murky world of law understandable for you. Law is an intricate endeavour, both in terms of practicing it […]
Workers Compensation -What you really need to know
here are different Workers’ Compensation Acts depending upon whether or not you are employed in the ACT private industry or by the ACT Government or Commonwealth Government. There are yet again different rights for workers in the private industry in New South Wales or the New South Wales Government. They vary significantly. You really would need to visit us so […]
Personal Protection Order & Family Violence Order – Eligibility, Evidence, & Possible Settlements
Your safety is your right. If anyone tries to threaten or intimidate you verbally, sexually, or physically, you can apply for a Personal Protection Order. The person responsible can be either a family member or someone unrelated to you (your neighbor or someone at your workplace). The Court issues Personal Protection Orders (PPOs) and Family Violence […]
What Does The Family Law Act Cover?
Family Law act covers a range of issues. These include what happens about the care of children or dividing property after the end of a relationship. The Family Law Act 1975 is the main source of Australian legislation which governs family law. Common issues which arise in family law proceedings are: The Law and Children […]
Friendly Advice, Not Just Legal Advice
We came across this friendly advice written by Matt Priest, which is publicly available on Facebook. Whilst mainly relating to men, partly to women. We are in the business of providing good advice, not just legal advice. Friendly pieces of advice United Legal Friendly Lawyers Canberra For our legal support services Contact us at (02) 6295 2283 Visit […]
A Medical Negligence Matter – How Do We Prove It?
A Medical Negligence Matter is when a doctor or medical professional causes you harm by breaching his or her duty of care. But how do we actually prove it? That is where evidence comes in. Evidence is the process by which you prove things to a court. Therefore in a medical negligence matter, we need […]
Psychological Injuries You May Face at Work
Psychological injuries in the workplace is relatively common in Australia. It is highly probable that you will suffer from work-related stress, anxiety, or depression at some point during your professional life. A survey carried out by the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed that approximately 45% of Australians between the ages of 16 and 85 would be struck […]
ACT Government’s Unfair Changes to Compulsory Third Party Insurance
We are asking for your support against the unfair changes to CTP Insurance in Canberra. Fight the ACT Government’s Unfair Changes to Compulsory Third party Insurance. Your voice is all we need, and it only takes 1 CLICK ! Access the online petition form here The ACT Labor are recklessly changing laws for car accident […]