Burke Mead Lawyers in Newcastle, New South Wales | Lawyer & law firm

Burke Mead Lawyers

Locality: Newcastle, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4902 3800

Address: Level 4, 21 Bolton Street 2300 Newcastle, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au/

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25.01.2022 At Burke Mead Lawyers we understand that time off work due to physical or mental illness, is often also a time of stress and confusion. Take that and add the recent COVID-19 pandemic to the mix and you’re asking for trouble! But don’t worry, our team at Burke Mead Lawyers has got you covered. The Pandemic has affected NSW workers compensation rules, regulations and entitlements in a number of ways.... Follow the link below to see out blog post on the specific changes. We understand the effect COVID-19 has had on the law and the stress it can place on claimants and are here to help navigate you through it. If you have been injured at work and would like to understand your possible entitlements to compensation during this difficult and confusing time, please do not hesitate to contact us on (02) 4902 3800. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//covid-workers-compen/

23.01.2022 If you have been involved in a road accident, you may be eligible for compensation for a range of items including medical expenses and weekly payments due to a loss of income. However, we understand that this can be a daunting and complicated process, which is where we can help. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//motor-vehicle-accide/

22.01.2022 9 reasons you need a Personal Injury Solicitor 1. PROFESSIONAL AND OBJECTIVE As both physical pain and emotional trauma can be a result of a personal injury, it is always helpful to be able to see things through a Personal Injury Solicitors mind to know what your rights really are.... 2. EXCELLENT NEGOTIATION SKILLS Negotiating compensation can be tricky at the best of times, especially when there are other solicitors and insurers involved. Being legally represented can be advantageous in increasing the amount of compensation you receive. 3. MEDICAL ATTENTION A lot of people don’t realise that depending on the circumstances of their injury, the quicker they get a personal injury solicitor, the quicker they can get the right medical assistance. By instructing a solicitor, they can get in touch with the insurer and request approval for appropriate medical treatment to help you on your road to a speedy recovery. Check out the full list in our latest post: https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//9-reasons-you-need-a/

20.01.2022 Burke Mead is excited to announce that the firm and our Managing Director, Emma Mead have been recognised in the 2020 Doyle’s Guide rankings. Emma has been recognised in 2 categories:- * Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) NSW 2020 * Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) NSW 2020, Categories.... Burke Mead Lawyers has also been recognised in 3 categories. * Recommended Firm for Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Law Firms (Plaintiff) NSW 2020 * Third Tier Firm for Leading Work Injury Compensation Law Firms (Plaintiff) NSW 2020, * Recommended Firm for Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Law Firms (Plaintiff) NSW 2020, Emma and the firm have been identified by the country’s & state’s defendant insurance lawyers for their expertise and abilities in representing her clients. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au/anno/doyles-guide-2020/

20.01.2022 We are almost at the end of another week with lots of things on the go here at Burke Mead Lawyers. Emma received this little surprise today from a client whose matter she recently settled for them. Flowers definitely make all the legal folders look a lot prettier.

19.01.2022 The Newcastle Registry of the Family Law Courts oversees a high volume of matters involving significant family violence. The newest project developed to screen and monitor the risk in family law matters is the Lighthouse Project. The Lighthouse Project aims to screen and triage risk, and the pilot is being tested in the Adelaide, Brisbane and Parramatta registries.... According to the court website, the benefits of the project will be as follows: * Better risk screening and early identification of at-risk clients. * Tailored court processes and support to those litigants experiencing family violence. * Easier access to justice a single entry point to the Courts. * Improved outcomes for litigants with more information available to the Court from the first stages. * Improved case management decisions leading to a reduction in the number of adjournments and court events required. * Opportunities to settle early through the use of alternative dispute resolution for suitable matters. More updates will be available after the pilot project completes. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//the-lighthouse-proje/

19.01.2022 In most cases, the decision to join a gym is normally triggered by an event. It might be that you had a big weekend and decide enough is enough, It might be that post-Christmas full feeling and the impending new year, or it might be that you have had a friend or relative has had a medical incident and it has encourage you to not follow the same path. Likewise the decision to begin a Legal proceeding will also follow an event like a Car Accident, Accident at work or in public,... Divorce or Separation or needing to finalise Property, Financial and Custody arrangements. So. What do you do? Read on to find out in our latest website post. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//why-a-legal-matter-i/

17.01.2022 Keep it off social media. 1:00am tweets or Facebook rants about your opponent can be used against you in your family law proceedings and might result in your advisors wishing you didn’t have Twitter at all. Read on for 6 more lessons from the US Election that apply to Family Law... https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//lessons-from-the-us-/

13.01.2022 Congratulations to Sally who has recently celebrated 5 years with Burke Mead! Sally is a Solicitor in our Family Law Team and is a valued member of staff. She is now looking for things to sign with her new Montblanc pen!

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12.01.2022 A parenting order outlines orders made by the court in relation to the parenting arrangements for children. These orders can deal with a range of matters including allocating parental responsibility, living arrangements for the children, sharing time between parties, methods of communication, and anything else in relation to care, welfare or development of the child. What if I’m not the biological parent? The Family Law Act allows for a parent, grandparent or any other perso...n concerned with the care, welfare or development of the child to apply. Therefore, even if you are not the biological parent, you can still apply for parenting orders, as long as you satisfy other eligibility criteria. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//applying-for-parenti/

12.01.2022 Family law proceedings can be confusing and confronting. They can also be very time-consuming and expensive. This is why it is important to understand the steps involved and the different options available including conciliation conferences and arbitration and why would you may choose one over the other. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//conciliation-confere/

12.01.2022 Ten tips to NOT lose your property settlement! 1) Property Valuations Property valuations allow you to make an informed decision when dividing assets. Get a property valuation.... 2) Settle out of Court Although Court gives you ample opportunity to air your dirty laundry it’s quicker and cheaper settling through negotiations, getting your partners dirty clothes out of your house, quicker! 3) Caveats or injunctions? If your property isn’t in joint names your ex-partner can sell it without your consent, to prevent this, consider whether caveats or injunctions are appropriate. 4) No Spending Sprees Although gambling away your ex-partner’s inheritance on the horse ‘Freedom’ might seem like an appropriate way to spend your money, it’s not. 5) Don’t listen to your Uncle Andrew Yes, he’s been divorced four times, but that doesn’t make him a reliable source. Check out the last five on our website. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//ten-tips-to-not-lose/

11.01.2022 Burke Mead Lawyers is proud to announce that Rebecca Furner has gained her Specialist Accreditation in Family Law. Gaining accreditation is a significant achievement which offers practitioners a recognised means of differentiation and demonstrated expertise. This Accreditation enables Rebecca to gain recognition as an expert in the area of Family Law.... Congratulations Rebecca. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//specialist-accredita/

10.01.2022 Like many thousands across the nation, a NSW worker recently spent an afternoon in the company of a pint and a parmy at a busy Sydney pub. What could possibly go wrong? (cough, cough). Unfortunately, the subject hotel was subsequently identified as the source of a COVID-19 cluster. Our firm has several Approved Legal Service Providers who are able to apply for grants of funding from WIRO in order to assist workers who have experienced the misfortune of injury at their workpla...ce. Read more on our website. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//the-crossroads-covid/

08.01.2022 Burke Mead Lawyers are looking to hire a Family Lawyer. The role involves working in our Family Law team of five, including our Senior Associate Rebecca Furner, two other family law solicitors, and secretarial support. There is the opportunity to work autonomously and with the team; from taking initial instructions, to advocating in mediations and court. Further information can be found on SEEK.... https://www.seek.com.au/job/50190644

08.01.2022 Whilst at Burke Mead Lawyers we focus on Personal Injury and Family Law, it is also important to remember those that have fought so hard for our beautiful country and to live the lives we often take for granted. On behalf of everyone at Burke Mead Lawyers, we would like to extend our gratitude for those who left but never returned, and those who returned but were never the same, to the families who have lost and those who continue to fight for our country and freedom. Our own... staff, Carissa Bidder, shares a story about her Grandmother’s late husband, Noel Shipp. I so greatly admire my Grandmother’s strength to go through such a big loss at such an early age, and to this day, 51 years later, continue to celebrate Noel’s hard work and achievements when possible, including attending graduation ceremonies at HMAS Cerberus in Victoria. They had so much love for each other, that still shows in the way she continues to keep his name alive! Please take the time to read the complete story on our website: https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au/a/remembrance-day-2020/ You're also welcome to share your own stories or pay tribute in the comments below.

08.01.2022 Just like their namesake husband and wife Bonnie and Clyde, believed they were too smart for the justice system. Bonnie and Clyde, separated in the early 2000’s. They owned a house in Australia and one in Montana, USA. They did not finalise the divorce and property settlement. In January 2013, Clyde and his business partner ‘Bill’ parted ways. Clyde sued Bill. Bill cross-sued Clyde, and the whole thing was a mess resulting in serious legal costs on both sides.... Clyde lost his court case in December 2013. He was left owing A LOT of money to Bill from the court case.. Now in serious debt and homes at risk, Bonnie and Clyde fast tracked their property settlement (I mean, it was only a decade since they separated?). Papers were lodged in the Family Court within 3 months of the failed court case. Bonnie got the house in Australia and Clyde the one in the USA. The effect of the property settlement with Bonnie meant that Clyde had no assets in Australia to meet the debts he owed to Bill! just a coincidence?! Of course, this didn’t fly. The whole thing was set aside by the Courts. At more expense to Bonnie and Clyde. Don’t go rouge like Bonnie and Clyde, Get proper legal advice.

08.01.2022 Over recent years there has been a large decrease in negligence cases in court. This isn’t because there are less accidents or injuries, it’s because there has been an increase in the certainty around the outcome of cases which means more can now be settled out of court. Cases are being settled outside of court allowing individuals to receive compensation without needing to go through the litigation process. Read more on our website.... https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//sometimes-settlement/

08.01.2022 We appreciate when our clients take the time to provide feedback. We take it on board and use it to adjust processes and interactions to continually deliver a high standard of service. "I just wanted say a big thank you for all your expertise and guidance during the process of my claim. It was so good dealing with a lawyer who responded to my needs in a friendly, timely manner. I always felt you listened and believed me. In the past, it has on occasion been my experience to endure negative judgment when I say the words worker’s compensation.. however, I was always treated with respect by the staff members of Burke Mead Lawyers." Anon, Erina NSW

07.01.2022 Refusing service to COVID-19 hotspot residents Is this discrimination? According to the Anti-Discrimination Board NSW, regional venues are not discriminating by banning all Sydney residents from entering their venues. After a number of establishments including the Paxton Hotel, Hotel Jesmond and Wallsend Lemon Grove Hotel closed their doors Sydney Residents in a bid to protect their local customers from the current pandemic, a number of enquiries were received by the Anti-d...iscrimination Board NSW. A statement has been issued confirming that denying entry to someone because of their geographic place of residence is not considered discrimination under the Anti-Discrimination Act 177 (NSW). Whilst this will not be welcome news to our regular Sydney visitors, locals have largely expressed an appreciation for the measures being taken to keep their community safe. What to you think? Will this leave employees vulnerable to discrimination due to residing in a COVID-19 hotspot? Will specialised medical treatment become unavailable to those residing outside of the local area? https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//covid-19-discriminat/

06.01.2022 There are many reasons why the distribution from a family law matter can be delayed and we understand that your financial obligations don’t stop over this period. As such this delay may create financial stress. In situations where this does occur, it may be possible to receive an interim distribution. An interim distribution is an early payment to one party to assist them through (usually urgent) financial pressures, that is taken out of what will be their share of the settle...ment. This can assist you during this period to keep on top of expenses such as helping you pay legal fees. Read more on our latest website post. https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//what-is-an-interim-d/

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05.01.2022 As we head into the weekend here at Burke Mead we just wanted to take a moment to offer a huge congratulations to one of our longest serving staff members Lucas Amery who has clocked up 12 years with Burke Mead. Well done Lucas! https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//12-years-with-burke-/

02.01.2022 Like many people, the times you actually need a lawyer will be limited to the purchase of a house, the breakdown of a family relationship, a run in with the police, or the loss of a loved one. So, what about when you’ve been injured at work? Find out in our latest post!... https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//youve-been-injured-a/

02.01.2022 Due to the Newcastle LGA COVID Lockdown, we advise that our business will remain open however our office will be closed to the public. We are available via phone, 02 49 023800 and email, [email protected] and will be conducting all our client interviews online. Thank you for your patience and stay safe.

01.01.2022 Have you and your former partner recently separated? Are you having trouble working out who your children live with, or when you can spend time with them? Perhaps try a mediation.... https://www.burkemeadlawyers.com.au//perhaps-try-a-mediat/