by mcauley_admin | Apr 17, 2024 | Publication
After a judgment is obtained for an amount of money, there are numerous options open to a judgment creditor in relation to how to enforce the judgment (i.e. how to obtain the money which is owed pursuant to the judgment). Option #1: Issue a Bankruptcy Notice If the...
by mcauley_admin | Mar 21, 2024 | Publication
When it comes to navigating compensation claims, understanding the intricate interplay between different statutes is crucial. In certain circumstances, claims under the Compensation to the Relatives Act are subject to the provisions of the Civil Liability Act (CLA)....
by mcauley_admin | Mar 13, 2024 | Publication
In the unfortunate event of a loved one’s passing due to negligence or wrongful act, the Compensation to Relatives Act 1897 in New South Wales outlines the parameters for pursuing compensation on behalf of the deceased. Understanding who has the legal standing...
by mcauley_admin | Mar 6, 2024 | Publication
If you or your business are sued, there are many myths about how the legal process will pan out. Here are 10 myths about the legal process – all are incorrect. Myth #1: The matter will definitely go to a hearing Most matters settle before a Judge decides...
by mcauley_admin | Mar 5, 2024 | Publication
In a precedent-setting ruling, the High Court of Australia delivered a significant decision in the case of Tapp v Australian Bushmen’s Campdraft & Rodeo Association Limited [2022] HCA 11, reshaping the landscape of liability in recreational activities. The case...
by mcauley_admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Publication
In a significant ruling, the New South Wales Court of Appeal has upheld the decision in the case of Wollongong City Council v Williams [2021] NSWCA 140, marking a pivotal moment in occupiers liability law. The case centred around a trip and fall incident in a council...
