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Can I Sue My Cosmetic Surgeon for a Botched Procedure in Australia?
Botched cosmetic surgery in Australia? Learn what counts as medical negligence, what your rights are, and how to tell if your procedure or follow-up care was appropriate.
Can I Help My Parent Make a Will, or Is That Undue Influence?
Worried about crossing a line when helping your parent with their Will? Here’s what the law says about undue influence—and how to support your parent while protecting their wishes.
My mum is starting to forget things—can she still make a Will?
Many people believe that once a parent starts forgetting things, they can’t make a Will. But in Australia, legal capacity is not all-or-nothing. Here’s what the law really requires—and how to protect your family from uncertainty later on. If your ageing parent is showing signs of memory loss, can they still make a Will? We explain what legal capacity means, how it’s assessed, and the real risks of waiting too long.
How to Know If Ongoing Infection is Due to Medical Negligence in Maxillofacial Treatment
Learn how to identify if an ongoing infection after maxillofacial surgery is a result of medical negligence. Read patient experiences with Dr. Coceancig and understand your options for legal recourse.
Wills for Estranged People | How to Protect Yourself Legally and Mentally
If you've gone no-contact or low-contact with your family, you probably didn’t do it lightly. Here’s why a will is essential — not just to protect your money, but to protect your peace. Your will is more than a legal document — it’s protection from manipulation, gaslighting, and legacy theft. Learn what to include.
Estate Planning When You Have Stepchildren
Blended families face unique estate planning challenges, especially when it comes to stepchildren and fairness. This article explains what the law does—and doesn’t—do automatically, and how to create a will that protects your real family, not just your legal one.
What Happens to Your Business If You Die Without a Will? (Including sample Will)
What happens to your business if you die without a will? For many business owners, the answer is unclear—and dangerous. Whether you’re a sole trader, in a partnership, or running a company, dying intestate can trigger legal confusion, delay, and loss. This blog explains what really happens, and how strategic estate planning can protect your business, your family, and your legacy.
What You Need to Know About Updating Your Will After Separation
In Australia, separating from a partner—whether you’re married or in a de facto relationship—does not automatically revoke your existing will. Your former partner may still be listed as a key beneficiary or as the executor in charge of managing your estate. Unless you actively change your will, your ex could still inherit your assets or control how they’re distributed, even after you've separated.
How to Protect Your Disabled Child in Your Will (Without Risking Their Pension or NDIS)
Planning for the future of a child with disability can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to balancing their financial security with ongoing access to government support like the NDIS or Disability Support Pension. A testamentary trust—set up through your will—can help protect your child’s inheritance, ensure long-term care, and preserve their Centrelink entitlements. In this article, we explore how testamentary trusts work, why they matter, and how to get the right advice to support your family’s future.
Preventing Your Employees from Defaming Your Medical Practice
Your medical practice’s reputation is one of its most valuable assets—but it’s also highly vulnerable. A single negative statement from an employee, whether intentional or not, can spread rapidly through online reviews, social media, or word-of-mouth, damaging patient trust and even attracting regulatory scrutiny. Employees have direct access to sensitive information, making it crucial to have strong protections in place.
From non-disparagement clauses to airtight confidentiality agreements, this article explores how to safeguard your practice against reputational harm. Learn how to implement legal safeguards, foster a workplace culture that prevents grievances from escalating, and take proactive steps to protect your business from defamation before it becomes a crisis.
Dr. Amjadi, Luxe Clinic - Found Guilty of Professional Misconduct Following Patient Disfigurements and Injuries
Dr. Mahyar Amjadi of Luxe Clinic was found guilty of professional misconduct, with patients reporting severe complications. Learn more about the tribunal case, allegations, and patient rights in cosmetic surgery.
Fresh Cosmetic Clinic in Sydney Suspended due to significant health and safety concerns
Following a major investigation by the NSW Health Care Complaints Commission, Fresh Cosmetic Clinic Sydney has been exposed for unsafe practices that could put clients at serious health risks. The HCCC uncovered unqualified practitioners performing invasive cosmetic procedures, expired medications in use, and misleading certifications. Former clients are urged to seek immediate testing for bloodborne viruses, including HIV and hepatitis. If you received treatment here, learn what steps to take, how to protect your health, and why you may be eligible for compensation for medical negligence.
Taking Control of Patient Privacy: A Guide to Data Privacy Compliance for Healthcare Providers, plus a free template
In today’s healthcare landscape, protecting patient data is more than a compliance task—it’s a core element of patient trust and practice integrity. As data breaches become more common, healthcare providers must understand the essentials of data privacy, from lawful collection and secure storage to transparent communication and breach response. This article breaks down the key data privacy laws in Australia, explains how they impact healthcare providers, and offers practical steps to build a privacy-first, trusted practice. For those ready to implement robust data protection, a free, customizable Data Privacy Policy template is also available to get you started.
Why Healthcare Providers Need Disclaimers: Protecting Yourself in the Digital World (with free template)
How to Respond to Misconduct Allegations in the Workplace - Free template
In this article we give you a free template and a comprehensive guide to responding to allegations of misconduct in your employment. We include tips and tricke to help you respond appropriately
Will Medicare Pay for Revision Breast Implant Surgery in Australia? A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Medicare coverage for medically necessary cosmetic surgery requires the procedure being deemed essential for health reasons rather than purely aesthetic enhancements. Key scenarios include post-cancer reconstruction, where breast implants following a mastectomy require revision due to complications, and surgeries addressing congenital anomalies or trauma repairs. One important tip is to familiarize yourself with the correct Medicare codes, such as 45551 for the removal of mammary prostheses or 45554 for the correction of capsular contracture. Using the precise codes increases the likelihood of coverage approval. Seeking prior authorization can provide a preliminary confirmation of coverage, reducing uncertainty. Staying informed about Medicare’s ever-evolving policies and being prepared to appeal any denials with additional evidence can also enhance the chances of securing coverage.
How Can I Get Compensation for a Vascular Occlusion?
In this article, we explore the legal aspects of compensation claims related to vascular occlusion from filler injections. We delve into the duty of care that healthcare providers have in preventing such complications, examine examples of medical negligence cases involving vascular occlusion, and discuss the factors considered in compensation claims.
How to claim compensation from breast implant infection
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries, but it comes with its risks, one of the most serious being infection. Breast implant infections can cause significant physical and emotional distress, leading to the need for additional surgeries and extended medical treatments. Understanding your legal rights in the event of a breast implant infection is crucial for seeking justice and compensation. Each claim is different but there are some important things to look for to know if you do have a claim and will get compensation.
Understanding Your Legal Rights: Dr. Reddy's, Sun Pharma, Aurobindo Recall Products in the US
Sun Pharma's US-based arm initiated the Class II recall on April 19 this year due to being "Out of specification for assay," according to the USFDA. Similarly, Aurobindo Pharma is recalling 13,605 bottles of Clorazepate Dipotassium Tablets (3.75 mg and 7.5 mg), used to treat anxiety, from the US market. Here we discuss your legal rights following the recall.
Les Blackstock and medical negligence
If you're seeking compensation for harm caused by Dr. Blackstock at an Emu Plains medical practice, you're not alone. Patients like have faced challenges, including being told they had to pay full price for revision surgery. Stricter regulations are needed to protect patients and ensure fair compensation practices in cosmetic surgery.