Description

In this week’s episode, a listener named Martin sought advice regarding his friend's entitlement to her husband's estate in the event of a divorce after one year of marriage. Nick from MKI Legal provided insight, noting that in such short marriages without children, the husband's claim to assets typically remains limited. He also touched upon the concept of spousal maintenance for financially dependent spouses. Another topic discussed was the rights of security guards to conduct bag searches outside supermarkets. Nick emphasized the need for consent in such searches and outlined the conditions under which a citizen's arrest might be appropriate. Lastly, Nick delved into consumer rights, advising that Australian Consumer Law offers guidance on remedies for defective products or goods unfit for their intended use.

Topics Discussed:

Short marriage divorce rights

Security guards and bag checks

Consumer rights and defects

Property ownership and de facto relationships