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When child protection laws and family law intersect

When child protection laws and family law intersect

In Australia, both family law and child protection laws aim to keep children safe from harm and support their wellbeing. However, they are handled by different courts, follow different procedures, and involve different agencies. When these two areas overlap, it can often create confusion for parents and carers.
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How personal injury compensation is treated in family law property settlements

How personal injury compensation is treated in family law property settlements

When going through a separation or divorce, one of the most difficult aspects can be working out how to divide property. This process can become even more complex when one partner has received a personal injury lump sum payment during or around the time of the relationship.
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Mental health assessments in family law parenting proceedings

Mental health assessments in family law parenting proceedings

If a parent is struggling with mental health issues, the court must consider whether these affect their ability to care for their child safely and consistently. This article explains how and why mental health assessments are used in Australian family law, how they are conducted, and what impact they may have on a case.
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Can a Binding Financial Agreement be overturned?

Can a Binding Financial Agreement be overturned?

A Binding Financial Agreement is a legal contract that sets out how a couple’s assets, liabilities, superannuation entitlements and financial resources will be divided if they separate or divorce. While a BFA is generally binding, there are some circumstances where it can be challenged or overturned by a court.
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