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With the superannuation guarantee rate now at 12%, the super component of a loss of earnings claim is more significant than ever. Here is why it matters and how it should be calculated.

Interest can add a significant amount to a compensation award, but the rules governing pre-judgment and post-judgment interest are different. Here is what every plaintiff and their legal team needs to understand.

When going through a separation, most people assume superannuation is straightforward. You check the balance, include it in the asset pool, and move on. But this assumption can be dangerously wrong. For many Australians, especially those in the military, healthcare, or government roles, superannuation is not just a simple account balance. It can be a defined benefit interest, and these can be far more complex, and often misunderstood, in family law matters. Why Some Super Isn

If you are involved in a legal dispute, particularly in family law or personal injury matters, you may hear references to old court cases that still carry weight today. One of those is Fox v Wood (1981) 148 CLR 438 . While it might sound like something only lawyers worry about, the financial impact of this case can directly affect how much money ends up in your pocket. At its core, this case deals with how certain payments are treated when calculating compensation. Getting th

When financial disputes arise, especially in family law matters, many people assume that an auditor and a forensic accountant perform the same role. On the surface, both deal with financial records, numbers, and compliance. But in reality, they serve very different purposes. Understanding this difference can have a significant impact on your case. If you rely on the wrong type of financial expert, important issues may be missed, and that can affect the outcome of a property s