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7 February If I am paid cash in hand, am I covered by WorkCover if injured? WorkCover Victoria will accept claims for income replacement and assistance with medical bills, regardless of the manner in which you have been paid for work. By Ross Inglis
6 February Sex abuse stats "tragic and indefensible" says Catholic Church, but continues to defend claims for compensation Despite admitting damning Royal Commission stats, the Catholic Church continues to rigorously defend claims for damages resulting from child sexual abuse. By Amy Olver
31 January Bourke Street tragedy - counselling help for victims, witnesses and relatives It is useful for people to be aware that, among the range of services at hand to help those affected, is the Victorian Government’s Victims of Crime Assistance scheme. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
31 January Police apology to child sex abuse victims delayed Victoria’s Police chief commissioner, Graham Ashton, has said it is likely that the police will issue an apology to survivors of institutional child sex abuse for failing to take seriously and act on complaints of abuse over many years. By Amy Olver
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27 January Pizza Hut the latest in a line of employment scandals Another large employer operating under a franchisee structure has been taking advantage of vulnerable workers - mainly younger workers, migrants and overseas students. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
20 January Ridsdale faces numerous charges of pedophilia Father Gerald Ridsdale appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court today, 20 January 2017, via videolink from prison. Ridsdale appeared for a mention hearing regarding allegations of child sexual abuse that are being investigated by Taskforce SANO. By Annie Kent
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20 January Court orders and parent plans: plan your school year now Whether you are following court orders or parenting plans, summer holidays and the new school year can throw out the regular care arrangements for the children. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
Family Law cases spike in New Year
16 January Family Law cases spike in New Year Traditionally there is a heightened awareness in the lead up to Christmas that family violence increases as the financial and emotional pressures of the festive season draw closer. By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
Movers in casual work positions
4 January How do I claim WorkCover benefits as a casual? How to claim WorkCover benefits as a casual or as a labour hire firm employee. By Ross Inglis
Drones and workplace privacy laws
21 December Could drones be used to spy on workers' private lives? Allegations that Rio Tinto used drones to snoop on its workers may have been denied, but does the law protect workers’ privacy in the face of the increasing intrusion of technology at work and in the home? By Ryan Carlisle Thomas
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Nadine Scarlett
Nadine Scarlett Practice Areas: Wills And Probate
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Jessica Steele
Jessica Steele Practice Areas: Family And Relationship Law, Road Injury And TAC Claims, Superannuation TPD Insurance, Sexual And Institutional Abuse, 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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Ross Inglis
Ross Inglis Practice Areas: Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims
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Sam Fung
Samuel Fung Practice Areas: Family And Relationship Law
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Dan McGlade
Dan McGlade Practice Areas: Road Injury And TAC Claims, Asbestos Exposure, Workers Compensation And WorkCover Claims
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