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2 July Litigation or Redress - what should abuse survivors do? Is the National Redress Scheme right for you to obtain redress? Fortunately the Redress Scheme is not the only option available for for those who were sexually abused as children. By Ian Dallas
2 July Senior partner Simon Guthrie appointed magistrate Simon Guthrie, a senior partner with Ryan Carlisle Thomas, has been elevated to the Magistrate’s Court of Victoria as one of three new appointments just announced by the Victorian Government. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
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2 July The TAC can help you in more ways than you might realise We have discussed the TAC scheme and how it can help you if you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident, but there are other specific services that the TAC can also assist you with. By Peter Claven
25 June National Inquiry into Sexual Harassment in Australian Workplaces is Welcomed by Lawyers As a firm that has practised employment law for over 40 years, Ryan Carlisle Thomas welcomes the Australian Human Rights Commission's world first "National Inquiry into Sexual Harassment in Australian Workplaces". By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
25 June Stamp out claim farming now An investigation has revealed that some injury law firms have been engaging in an unethical practice that has been dubbed "claim farming". This practice comprises a client’s best interests, and a swift legislative response from government is needed. By Ron Pearce
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20 June Injured parties need to know about critical time limits for personal injury claims Plaintiffs are sometimes unaware of the time limits to bring personal injury claims and find out all too late, with claims statute barred unless they can convince a court it is just and reasonable to grant them an extension of time to bring their claim. By Kellie Knowles
20 June Abuse apology more effective with compensation The announcement by Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull last week that he will deliver a national apology to victims of institutional child sexual abuse is most welcome, but an apology will be more effective when coupled with compensation. By Ian Dallas
13 June National apology to sexual abuse survivors The Prime Minister has announced he will make a national apology to survivors of abuse on 22 October. The PM said the National Redress Scheme would have a "relatively low threshold" for survivors to apply for redress. By Kate Malone
12 June Changes to long service leave entitlements Changes to long service leave entitlements have recently been debated in parliament with the Long Service Leave Bill receiving royal assent on 8 May 2018. By Nicole Elliott
8 June How an injured cyclist changed TAC law Legislation was yesterday introduced by the Andrews Victorian Government closing a loophole which the TAC had used to refuse compensation to injured cyclists. This welcome reform will change the lives of many injured cyclists. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
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Our usual Blog authors are lawyers employed by Ryan Carlisle Thomas and/or its associated entity, Stringer Clark.

From time to time, we may also publish blogs authored by other staff members or guest bloggers. Where this is the case, it will be made clear. Any advice applies to Victorian State law as at the date of first publication. The information is a general guide only and is not a substitute for legal advice applicable to a user's own circumstances.

Residents of other Australian States or Territories or countries are advised to seek legal advice from a lawyer practising in their own area, as laws may vary from region to region.

Recent Authors

Peter Claven
Peter Claven Practice Areas: Workplace Injury And WorkCover Claims, Road Injury And TAC Claims, Injury In Public Places
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Kate Malone
Kate Malone Practice Areas: Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Workplace Injury And WorkCover Claims, Road Injury And TAC Claims, Injury In Public Places
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Sharon Barnes
Sharon Barnes Practice Areas: Crimes Compensation - VOCAT
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Michael Burdess
Michael Burdess Practice Areas: Workplace Injury And WorkCover Claims, Road Injury And TAC Claims, Crimes Compensation - VOCAT, Injury In Public Places, Superannuation TPD Insurance
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Alyssa Lewis
Alyssa Lewis Practice Areas: Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Workplace Injury And WorkCover Claims, Superannuation TPD Insurance
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