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Not having a voice is a key problem with National Redress Not having a voice is a key problem with National Redress

Published on 17 December 2018: Lack of advocacy for survivors of abuse is emerging as a key issue with the National Redress Scheme. If you do choose Redress there is no opportunity for you to have an advocate in your corner, to push your side, to make the points that you want to be made or counter whatever might be brought up by the institution.
National Redress - how it works, is it for you? National Redress - how it works, is it for you?

Published on 12 December 2018: Abuse survivors who may have once been told that they have no civil case for damages are now turning to the National Redress scheme for redress payments, unaware that the changes to Victorian law are a game changer.
Client obtains $299K in TAC claim Client obtains $299K in TAC claim

Published on 10 December 2018: In this blog we discuss a real-life case example to help give people an understanding of how a Transport Accident Commission (TAC) claim may proceed.
Are Uber Eats and Deliveroo riders covered if injured? Are Uber Eats and Deliveroo riders covered if injured?

Published on 07 December 2018: If a person is riding a bike or driving a motor vehicle for a companies like Uber Eats or Deliveroo and they are injured, are they covered for medical expenses and compensation? And which scheme are they covered by, is it through the TAC or is it through WorkCover?
Making a WorkSafe claim for psychological injury Making a WorkSafe claim for psychological injury

Published on 30 November 2018: People are starting to get serious about recognising and treating psychological injury within the workplace. In this blog, I offer practical advice for those who are seeking support from WorkSafe for psychological injury.
Why it's difficult for survivors of abuse to come forward Why it's difficult for survivors of abuse to come forward

Published on 26 November 2018: Abuse survivors who may have once been told that they have no civil case for damages are now turning to the National Redress scheme for redress payments, unaware that the changes to Victorian law are a game changer.
National Redress and Statute of Limitations - what you need to know National Redress and Statute of Limitations - what you need to know

Published on 22 November 2018: Abuse survivors who may have once been told that they have no civil case for damages are now turning to the National Redress scheme for redress payments, unaware that the changes to Victorian law are a game changer.
RCT Supports Annual White Ribbon Walk Against Family Violence RCT Supports Annual White Ribbon Walk Against Family Violence

Published on 20 November 2018: Today members of staff from Ryan Carlisle Thomas’ Family and Relationship Law Department, together with staff members from the wider practice, joined the Greater Dandenong Walk Against Family Violence.
Victims of a crime may be entitled to extra payments Victims of a crime may be entitled to extra payments

Published on 14 November 2018: Victims of crime can apply for a special payment from Government to help recover from a violent crime but a Sentencing Act Application may also be lodged in court against the perpetrator who is then liable for an additional financial payment.
Changes to Sunset Clauses in Off-the-Plan Contracts Changes to Sunset Clauses in Off-the-Plan Contracts

Published on 14 November 2018: New laws have recently changed the way sunset clauses in residential off-the-plan contracts operate. With these changes, protections for purchasers are strengthened and developers' rights to invoke sunset clauses have been curtailed.
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The authors of this blog are lawyers or consultants employed by the RCT Group of companies, which includes staff who work mainly within our Stringer Clark offices.

From time to time, we may also invite guest bloggers to contribute, in which case this will be made clear. Authors who are part of the RCT Group are qualified to practice law in Victoria, Australia. 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.

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Recent Authors

Madlaina Meister Madlaina Meister
Originally completing a law degree in Switzerland, Madlaina also studied law in Sydney where she gained a Master of Laws from University of Sydney and a Diploma in Law from the NSW Legal Profession Admission Board.
Amy Olver Amy Olver
Amy's expertise is in personal injury matters with a strong focus on Institutional and Sexual Abuse. She has run a significant number of claims for compensation for abuse under the protocols established by RCT and under other redress schemes.
Karen Hartley Karen Hartley
Karen's interest in working with and for people drew her to work for RCT. She is now a solicitor in our Personal Injury team at Dandenong.
Ian Dallas Ian Dallas
Ian was a founding partner in one of Central Victoria’s major personal injury law firms. His wide experience as a barrister, a Judge’s Associate in the Supreme Court and as a legal aid lawyer, means that he is well equipped to take on new challenges.
Creon Coolahan Creon Coolahan
Creon completed his articles of clerkship in 1998, gaining a reputation for working hard to achieve results for injured people and their families before moving to Melbourne to hone his skills at some of Melbourne's leading law firms.