Australian superannuation groups seek legal reform to prevent family violence abusers from accessing victims' superannuation.

Australia's superannuation groups, including ASFA, SMC, and Women in Super, request legal reform to prevent family violence abusers from accessing victims' superannuation. Existing laws allow abusers to claim death benefits unless they directly cause death. The proposed reforms involve expanding the Forfeiture Rule to family violence crimes and enabling super funds to withhold benefits in substantiated cases, aiming to send a message against abuse and stop financial exploitation.

August 08, 2024
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