Sniper suing police over psychological trauma
The New South Wales Police are being sued for negligence by a sniper who sustained psychological damage from the siege of the Sydney Lindt Cafe in 2014. On December 15, 2014, the Lindt Cafe was taken under siege, where an armed man held 18 hostages for 16 hours. During the course of the siege, 12 hostages managed […]
What can I do if I am trapped in a lift?
Thousands of office workers all over Australia spend part of their day on a problem-free commute in an elevator. When lifts get stuck mid-journey, however, the situation can become incredibly stressful. What can you do if you become trapped in an elevator, and how is compensation awarded? 1. Keep calm Though the reality of being trapped […]
Are music festivals liable to provide compensation?
Summer brings on not only hot weather and beach days, but outdoor concerts and festivals. While your intentions of enjoying a music festival may be having a dance and a drink, sometimes situations arise out of our control where we don’t get the experience promised, or become involved in accidents. Depending on the nature of the incident, you may […]
Who’s liable for beach-related injuries?
As temperatures continue to soar, more and more Victorians are heading to the beach to make the most of the summer sun and the activities that go hand in hand with the warm weather. For many, this involves swimming, sunbathing and partaking in beach games. But who's liable if a beach-goer becomes injured? Lifeguard liability On […]
Champion kickboxer turned prisoner awarded damages after jail attack
A former world-renowned kickboxer turned inmate has been awarded damages after a NSW prison breached its duty of care. But what was the incident that led to his victory in court? Background of the case On the morning of October 1, 2009, the plaintiff, whilst on remand within the Metropolitan Reception and Remand Centre (MRRC) at […]
Slip and fall claims cause Bunnings to alter practices
After several patrons slipped and fell on stray onions in Bunnings, a debate has arisen about whether or not the onion placement on sausages should change. Here's a look at the slip and fall incidents and the store's plan for change. Slip and fall claims build The hardware superstore is known for its sausage sizzle, a […]
Man’s slip and fall compensation reduced in appeal by Coles
The supermarket chain Coles has had several slip and fall lawsuits against them in recent years. Usually the falls take place within a store in one of the aisles. However, in a recent case, the company was sued when a man sustained an injury in the store’s designated car park. The events and the original […]
Public liability claim leads to $445,372 payout for plaintiff
A woman has received $445,372 after filing a public liability claim for injuries she sustained aboard a cruise ship in 2011. The plaintiff, who was 14 years old at the time, has suffered both physical and psychological harm in the years since. On the day of the accident, she was standing with two of her […]
Everything you need to know about Takata airbags in Australia
The Takata airbag scandal has affected tens of millions of vehicle owners across the globe, and the furore doesn't show any signs of abating. In February, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) introduced the first ever compulsory recall, which forces manufacturers in the country to take a more proactive approach to replacing faulty airbags. […]
Toyota recalls 48,000 vehicles again due to faulty Takata refits
Toyota Australia has issued a safety recall for approximately 48,000 of the company’s Corolla and Rukus models after revealing replacements for defective Takata airbags have been incorrectly installed. The news is the latest development in the Takata scandal, with the faulty parts already linked to around two dozen deaths and hundreds of injuries worldwide. According […]
