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3 March NSW leads way in reforms to evidence for child sex abuse cases NSW introduces new law to overturn the long standing tradition which disallows the presentation of past convictions as evidence at trial, in child abuse cases. By Adele White and Penny Savidis
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25 February What to expect when you have a matter in the County Court A general overview of what to expect if your lump sum compensation matter were to proceed to hearing in the County Court, if the matter can not be resolved by way of negotiation. By Peter Claven
24 February St Kevin’s shows that the cover-ups continue Sadly, the expose by the ABC’s Four Corners program of the mishandling of sexual abuse issues at St Kevin’s College, has come as no surprise to advocates and survivors of child sexual abuse. By Ian Dallas
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19 February Camberwell Grammar School – where some students report learning fear Over the years, Camberwell Grammar School has joined the ranks of prestigious schools to be rocked by allegations of historical child abuse. By Jessica Steele and Ron Pearce
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11 February Workplace manslaughter laws introduced in Victoria As of 1 July 2020, employers who negligently cause the death of a worker could face 20 years in prison or in the case of a body corporate, could be fined up to $16.5 million. By Carla Cipressi
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7 February The grubby history of abuse at Scouts Victoria Scout leaders are among the worst perpetrators of abuse in the Australian sports and recreational sector. We identify some of the worst scout perpetrators convicted of sexual abuse in Victoria. By Brianna Brown*, Samantha Gates* and Ian Dallas
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29 January Battle over millionaire’s estate shows not all kids have equal claims in a Will Legal challenge of a Will by the sons of a dry-cleaning millionaire highlights the pitfalls of assuming that all your children will be assumed to have equal legal entitlements on your estate. By Nadine Scarlett
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24 January 12 things you should know in preparing your Will Preparing a valid Will requires having a clear understanding of how Wills work and how to avoid common pitfalls. We answer our most Frequently Asked Questions. By Amanda Burns and Nadine Scarlett
23 January Jewish principal accused of abuse finally to face trial? Principal of a Melbourne ultra-Orthodox Jewish school, Malka Leifer, may finally be extradited to Australia from Israel, to face dozens of charges of sexual abuse against her own pupils. By Jessica Steele and Kate Malone
22 January My perpetrator has been convicted. Can I now sue? If the person who sexually or physically assaulted you has now been convicted, it can strengthen any Common Law claim you make for damages. By Amy Olver
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Alyssa Lewis
Alyssa Lewis Practice Areas: Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Superannuation TPD Insurance, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims
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Amy Olver
Amy Olver Practice Areas: Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims
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Peter Claven
Peter Claven Practice Areas: Road Injury And TAC Claims, Injury In Public Places, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims
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Adele White
Adele White Practice Areas: Sexual And Institutional Abuse, Family And Relationship Law, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims
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Sharon Barnes
Sharon Barnes Practice Areas: Crimes Compensation - VOCAT
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Simone Welsh
Simone Welsh Practice Areas: Road Injury And TAC Claims, Injury In Public Places, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims
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