Centrelink & Social Security Lawyers
We are experienced in Centrelink and Social Security fraud matters. Get into contact with us for a free first consultation.
Our lawyers have experience at assisting clients with reviews of decisions made by Centrelink and Department of Human Services or the Department of Social Services.
Among the most common type of dispute with Centrelink on the more serious end is an allegation of Social Security Fraud. Centrelink and the Government Department take these matters very seriously and have begun a wave of prosecutions for this type of offence.
If you have been contacted by Centrelink and accused of alleged Social Security Fraud you may have been invited to an interview or invited to provide your side of the story. These types of matters can end up in criminal prosecutions which may lead to a criminal conviction being recorded against your name and possibly even a prison sentence. It is crucial that if you have been accused of such fraud with Centrelink that you obtain sound legal advice before providing any information to Centrelink or participating in an interview. You should be aware of your rights and seek advice from one of our social security and Centrelink lawyers today about the specifics of your case.
Even if your Centrelink matter is not about an accusation of fraud but you feel the wrong decision has been made regarding your eligibility to a particular type of payment or service then we can also assist with reviewing these types of decisions and advising on the best steps forward.
You need to be aware that with Centrelink there are time limits for certain types of appeals of decisions and these are often set at 14 days. Therefore, as soon as you learn of an adverse decision made against you by a governmental or public decision making authority get in touch with us for a free no obligation consultation to discuss the merits of your matter and what we can do to assist.
The timeliness of seeking such advice is crucial because there are often tight deadlines for many acts of review, some as little as 14 or 21 days. Therefore, as soon as you learn of an adverse decision made against you by a governmental or public decision making authority get in touch with us for a free no obligation consultation to discuss the merits of your matter and what we can do to assist. We are more than happy to discuss any questions you may have and explain the process in greater detail.
Disclaimer:
The information above is intended as general information only and should not be relied on. You should discuss your individual situation with a lawyer.
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