by mcauley_admin | Oct 3, 2022 | Publication
If an inmate has suffered personal injury whilst in prison, the inmate may bring a claim in negligence against the prison authorities, however the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) (CLA) has special provisions for such claims which are onerous. Part 2A of the CLA...
by mcauley_admin | Sep 27, 2022 | Publication
Potholes in roads can cause injuries to pedestrians and those using motor vehicles. Depending on the circumstances, the individual may be able to bring a claim against the council for damages. A local council is likely to be found liable if a council officer who has...
by mcauley_admin | Sep 26, 2022 | Publication
An executor is a person appointed under a Will of a deceased person. An executor has various duties including to: 1 Ensure that assets of the...
by mcauley_admin | Sep 15, 2022 | Publication
The children of the late Ms O’Regan have settled a claim against Royal North Shore Hospital following the death of their mother following allegations of negligence in the treatment by the hospital of their mother. The late Ms O’Regan committed suicide whilst admitted...
by mcauley_admin | Sep 15, 2022 | Publication
The short answer is yes, but it depends on the circumstances as there are many protections the Police have against claims in negligence brought by individuals. Police have immunity in a suit for negligence unless it is found that the act or omission was so...
