​No, Queensland does not have an inheritance tax. However, other taxes may apply:
 

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – If you sell an inherited property (exemptions apply, such as selling a primary residence within two years).
• Superannuation death benefits – Tax may apply if paid to a non-dependent.
• Income from inherited assets – Rental income or dividends must be declared for tax purposes.

We can help you understand any tax obligations related to your inheritance.

SLIPS AND FALLS – PART 1
 
I slipped over in a shopping centre, can I make a claim?
 
You may be able to make a claim for compensation for injuries which you sustained from a slip and fall in a public place if the injuries were the result of negligence on the part of someone else.
 
You cannot make a personal injury claim if you have slipped and fallen and it was your own fault.  You have to be able to point to someone else as having caused or contributed to the injuries.
 
Things like carelessness, or failing to properly clear a walkway of hazards are examples of negligence.
 
Slips and falls can occur for a number of reasons.  It may be because of the floor surface being slippery or recently mopped, unsafe shoes, or spilt food/drink.  Here are a few of the most common ways that slips and falls occur:

• a freshly mopped floor
• drink/other liquid spills in a shopping centre
• fruit dropped in the fruit and vegetable area (grapes are a common one!)
• drink spills at restaurants/bars
• tiles or pavement outside in rainy weather

For most personal injury claims, a legal action must be commenced within 3 years of the date of the injury. If you miss this deadline, you will lose the right to claim compensation.
 
However, depending on where your injury occurred or who you are claiming against, specific pre-court procedures may apply which may have much shorter time limits. If you miss these time limits you may lose your right to claim unless you can provide good reason for delaying and why you should be allowed to proceed with your claim. 

Arthur Browne & Associates is pleased to welcome Raoul Giudes as a Notary Public to our firm.
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We are now able to offer notarial services, including the preparation and certification of documents required for use overseas, as well as guidance on apostilles and authentications through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).

If you have been injured at work or as a result of work, you should seek medical advice from a doctor/treatment provider as soon as possible. Focussing on your recovery is extremely important, but it is also important to think about whether you can make a claim against your employer for workers’ compensation.
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It is compulsory for all employers to have workers’ compensation insurance in place and most employers in Queensland have insurance cover through WorkCover Queensland.

We know that having to deal with the administration of the estate of a loved one is very difficult and emotional for any family. At Arthur Browne & Associates our experienced team of lawyers can guide you through the process of administering an estate in a sensitive and timely manner.