Read ourPublications Page 4 of 8 Subscribe Publication type Insurance - Jun 2021 Setting aside settlement agreements in historical sexual abuse cases - the High Court provides clarity for Queensland More Summary The High Court considers whether it is ‘just and reasonable’ to set aside settlement agreements in historical sexual abuse cases in Queensland. 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 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 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 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 Insurance - Dec 2020 Carter Newell's 12 Cases of Christmas More Summary On the second day of Christmas, the High Court gave to me, a helicopter and admissions by an employee. Publication type Workplace Advisory - Dec 2020 Workplace Advisory Gazette 7th edition More Summary The 7th edition Workplace Advisory Gazette examines a number of topical cases relevant to our corporate, insurer and broker clients. Publication type Insurance - Dec 2020 The ‘but for’ test of causation in Australian law More Summary The ‘but for’ test determines whether the harm suffered by a plaintiff was caused by the breach of the defendant’s duty. Publication type Litigation & Dispute Resolution - Dec 2020 Small Business Insolvency Reforms More Summary Appropriately branded as the ‘most significant reforms to Australia’s insolvency framework in 30 years’ the Corporations Amendment (Corporate Insolvency Reforms) Bill was introduced to Parliament on 12 November 2020, following public... Publication type Insurance - Dec 2020 Court refuses to extend PIPA time limit based on claimant’s inaction More Summary This recent case showcases claimants must pro-actively advance their claim, or risk the Court declining to provide an indulgence. « Previous1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Next »