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AB v State of Queensland & Anor [2022] QCA 109
11-11-22A recent decision of the Queensland Court of Appeal has revisited section 30 of the Limitation of Actions Act 1974 (Qld). Robyn Hala, our Senior Associate, summarises the decision.
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Tapp v Australian Bushmen's Campdraft & Rodeo Association Limited [2022] HCA 11
29-06-22Caitlin Wright, Law Graduate, comments on a recent High Court decision which has significant ramifications for organisers of recreational activities.
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Gerry Murphy's 60th Admission Anniversary
10-05-21Gerry Murphy celebrates the 60th anniversary of his admission as a solicitor on 9 May.
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Is it really a tale of two speeches?: The impact of differing extrinsic materials on setting aside a previous settlement.
18-11-20A recent decision of the Victorian Supreme Court has added further clarity to the vexed issue of setting aside previous settlements in abuse claims. This case summary by Brendan Ezzy provides a useful guide to the decision and its consequences.
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When is it just and reasonable to set aside a previous settlement of a claim relating to child sexual abuse?
28-09-20Court of Appeal confirms the significance of the expiration of limitation period materially affecting the quantum of the settlement and the decision to enter into the settlement
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Implications of not complying with an obligation of disclosure
18-05-20One of our solicitors, Jena Catford, comments on a recent Queensland Supreme Court decision that demonstrates the consequences that can arise from failure to obtain and disclose discoverable documents in a timely way.
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There is no legal professional privilege for those whose documents are stolen and released into the public domain
20-12-19Glencore International AG v Commissioner of Taxation [2019] HCA ('Glencore') raises the issue of whether a claim of legal professional privilege can itself amount to an equitable cause of action.
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Supreme Court of Queensland re-visits Maggs v RACQ Insurance Limited
01-11-16In addition to Supreme Court’s inherent jurisdiction, the Courts are conferred with extensive legislative powers to protect the interests of minors. In damages claims, this jurisdiction is most commonly exercised in the sanction of settlements.
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HIGH COURT PROVIDES CLARITY FOR VICTIMS OF INSTITUTIONAL ABUSE: “THE RELEVANT APPROACH”
12-10-16A difficult issue which confronts many victims of childhood abuse is identifying the correct respondent against whom they can pursue a claim and whether that respondent has assets to meet a judgment. For this reason, one of the first steps we take on behalf of clients is to investigate whether the perpetrator of the abuse was employed by, or associated with, an institution which may have been directly or vicariously liable for the perpetrator’s conduct.
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