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QCA extends limitation period in medical negligence case

QCA extends limitation period in medical negligence case

Read about a medical negligence case in which the QCA extended the limitation period.
Time for seeking review of workers’ compensation decision restricted

Time for seeking review of workers’ compensation decision restricted

The Industrial Court of QLD has considered the Regulator's power to extend the time for applying for a review of a decision under the WCRA. ...
Plaintiff needed expert evidence to prove speed caused collision

Plaintiff needed expert evidence to prove speed caused collision

Read about how a plaintiff needed expert evidence to prove speed caused a collision. Mr Steven Tinworth was injured when struck by an aquaplaning vehicle.
NSWSC finds for employer in step case

NSWSC finds for employer in step case

NSWSC dismisses a case involving a negligence claim against Woolworths and Counterpoint. Find out more about the case and findings in this article.
Federal changes to workers’ compensation update

Federal changes to workers’ compensation update

The Federal parliament introduced the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Legislation Amendment Bill 2014 (Cth) (Bill) on 19 March 2014. Find out more.
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Time extended for workers’ compensation claims

The Industrial Court of Queensland has handed down a decision that extends the time for claiming statutory benefits in Queensland. Read more here.