Read ourPublications Page 1 of 8 Subscribe Publication type Workplace Advisory - Jun 2021 Offensive, insulting and inappropriate. But is it sexual harassment? More Summary The Federal Court of Australia highlights in recent cases the difficulties that applicants face in discharging the burden of proof when allegations of sexual harassment are made. Publication type Insurance - Jun 2021 Utmost good faith when investigating and assessing claims More Summary A recent decision by the Federal Court of Australia offers useful guidance for insurers in relation to the extent of their obligations when investigating and assessing an insured’s claim for indemnity. Publication type Insurance - Jun 2021 Advocate’s immunity endorsed at appellate level again More Summary The New South Wales Court of Appeal has confirmed advocate’s immunity applies in the context of allegedly negligent advice from a solicitor to a client. Publication type Planning & Environment - May 2021 Ready… Set… Go! Victoria’s environmental reforms are commencing in July More Summary The new Victorian environmental laws will come into effect from 1 July 2021, under the amended Environmental Protection Act 2017 (Vic). Publication type Insurance - May 2021 Is the ‘Dangerous Recreational Activity’ defence available under the ACL? More Summary It is not uncommon for plaintiffs to advance claims under the ACL in an attempt to circumvent the defences available under state and territory legislation. Publication type Insurance - May 2021 Defamation reform: keeping defamation in step with the modern era More Summary With defamation claims on the rise and legislative reforms being introduced throughout Australia, it is important to keep up to date with the proposed changes. Publication type May 2021 Injury Liability Gazette 13th edition More Summary This edition highlights topical judgments and provides useful, practical and current information to our insurer, broker and professional and corporate clients. Publication type Insurance - Apr 2021 Quantum in the coal mines More Summary A recent case examines where an Offer of Compromise giving rise to a costs order did not comply with the Rules and the indemnity costs order was overturned. Publication type Insurance - Apr 2021 Proportionate liability: The risks of early settlement with some tortfeasors More Summary We explore the risks and benefits of early settlement with some tortfeasors in apportionable claims. Publication type Workplace Advisory - Apr 2021 Changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) clarify confusion surrounding casuals More Summary The long awaited Fair Work Amendment (Supporting Australia’s Jobs and economic Recovery) Bill 2021 passed through federal parliament last month. Publication type Construction & Engineering - Insurance - Apr 2021 Building consultants largely unsuccessful in Lacrosse appeal More Summary In a recent case, the Victorian Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by the building consultants with respect to the Lacrosse apartment tower fire. Publication type Insurance - Education - Mar 2021 The Australian response to Institutional Child Abuse, 2nd edition More Summary This Guide reviews the National Redress Scheme, legislative changes in Qld, NSW and Vic and the implications of these changes for institutions and insurers. Publication type Insurance - Mar 2021 Ippin Textiles: when will a fraudulently procured mortgage secure a debt? More Summary The New South Wales Court of Appeal recently considered the circumstances in which a mortgage procured by fraud will secure the debt it purports to secure. Publication type Insurance - Mar 2021 Five ways plaintiffs can join defendants' insurers to existing litigation More Summary Insurers are increasingly dragged from backstage to frontstage as plaintiffs seek to ensure their litigation is worth pursuing by joining the defendants’ insurers to existing proceedings. Publication type Insurance - Mar 2021 Narrowing of the nervous shock floodgates More Summary The recent case Giles v The State of Queensland 2020 QDC 332 establishes the limited scope of nervous shock claims against an employer. Publication type Commercial Property - Feb 2021 Changes to regulation modules under the BCCMA More Summary Are you prepared for the changes of the regulation modules under the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997? Publication type Planning & Environment - Feb 2021 The Final Report of the EPBC Act Review: key changes, industry concern and where to now? More Summary The recommendations of the Final Report of the EPBC Act will change approval requirements for current and future major projects. Publication type Insurance - Feb 2021 Taking a deep dive into waivers and inherent risk More Summary A recent decision highlights that when plaintiffs participate in recreational or sporting activities that carry an inherent degree of risk, it can be challenging to establish liability. Publication type Commercial Property - Feb 2021 Queensland Retail Shop Leases and Other Commercial Leases (COVID-19 Emergency Response) Amendment Regulation 2021 More Summary A third amendment to commercial leasing emergency regulations has been passed. Here is what you need to know. Publication type Cyber Risk - Feb 2021 Human error still causing data breaches More Summary The OAIC reports the ongoing prevalence of notifiable data breaches. Find out the causes and what you should do to limit your exposure. « Previous1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Next »
