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Lawyers can be great barometers of social change. In the last two months I’ve had no fewer than eight new clients with the following complaint: “My sibling [and the nursing home] is denying me contact or access to my mum or dad.” It is a f
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As some of you may know, generally speaking, in Queensland we recognise Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPOA) made in other Australian States and Territories as valid in Queensland. From 30 November 2020, for the first time, Queensland will recognise E
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For many of us, pets are loyal companions and much-loved members of the family. We spend a great deal of time and money ensuring that they are healthy and happy. Despite this, it is often the case that no mention is made of a pet’s future care in t
Legislation Update
Updates to Queensland’s guardianship laws are set to commence on 30 November 2020. The changes include the release of new forms to make an Enduring Power of Attorney and an Advance Health Directive. The new forms will replace the existing forms whi