Harsh amendments to the Transport Accident scheme introduced by the Napthine Liberal Government are still in force, even though condemned at the time by the then opposition leader Daniel Andrews.
In 2013, the Victorian Government made chang…
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Ryan Carlisle Thomas has consistently held a prominent position as thought leaders within the Australian legal landscape since its establishment. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and a wealth of experience, the firm has become a trusted source for invaluable insights and guidance in the legal domain.
These blogs stand as a testament to our dedication, offering readers a comprehensive collection of the latest thoughts and expert analyses on legal matters relevant to the firm. Whether navigating complex legal challenges or staying abreast of evolving legal landscapes, this page serves as an indispensable resource for those seeking informed perspectives in the Australian legal space.
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Court rules school "directly liable" for abuse due to the extent of power and control given to the perpetrator
Hadassa Erlich, a victim of sexual abuse at Adass Israel School in Melbourne, was awarded $1,024,000 in compensatory damages for pa…
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull’s $100 million initiative on violence against women announced today includes extra funding to extend an innovative legal service "embedded" in some hospitals.
In particular, funding will be made available to ex…
The report relating to Case Study number 16, which examined the responses of the Catholic Church namely through their Melbourne response process, was released last week alongside the commissioners final report regarding Redress and Civil Litig…
Lower back injuries are among the most common in today’s workforce, but the major implications that a back injury can have on a sufferer's everyday life can often be overlooked in legal decisions.
But a recent judgement gives renewed hope t…
Hadassa Erlich, a victim of sexual abuse at Adass Israel School in Melbourne, was awarded $1,024,000 in compensatory damages for pain and suffering, loss of future and past earnings, and future and past medical expenses. Supreme Court judge Ju…
The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse has recommended a cap of $200,000 in redress payments to survivors of institutional child sexual abuse as part of a national redress scheme.
The recommendation comes as p…
This is the first in a new series of blogs for people considering making a claim for compensation for the sexual and physical abuse they may have suffered.
Ryan Carlisle Thomas has the largest and most experienced legal team of solicitors and…
Last week we reported on the release of a new app developed by the Victorian WorkCover Authority to assist in reporting and making injury claims. This week one of our experienced workers compensation lawyers reviews the new app.
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The Comcare workers compensation scheme is not easy to navigate.
The most common enquiries we receive are determinations to reject a Comcare claim for injury compensation, or when an existing benefit such as the payment of medical expenses i…
Traffic and workplace injury cases in which terrible scars are left as a result of an accident will now be much easier to win at court as a result of a judgment just handed down by the Victorian Supreme Court of Appeal.
In the case of Transpo…
The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse heard today in its public hearing into Victorian Youth Training Centres from Dr Allan Borowski, Professor to Social Work, who gave evidence on the basis of his research an…
A former resident of the Victorian children’s institution Winlaton has given evidence of sexual abuse and forced group counselling programs known as “triads” to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.
Winlat…
WorkCover Victoria has launched a new app for iphone and android phones and tablets that puts injury claims information in the palm of your hand.
Intended for use by workers and employers, the app helps people navigate through the often com…
Three ex-residents of the former Victorian government-run youth institution Turana have told of the physical, psychological and sexual abuse they experienced in state care to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Ab…
Today saw day one of the 30th case study of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse. The case study or public hearing will inquire into three State-run youth training and reception centres. The case study is exp…
47 survivors of child abuse in Ireland have appealed decisions by the body set up to monitor requests for help from the redress fund known as ‘Caranua’, but just three of the appeals have been upheld.
In 2002, the Irish Commission to Inquire …
Marriage certificates prove you’re married but getting the court to recognise a de facto relationship can be complicated.
The Family Court didn’t have the jurisdiction to deal with de facto couples until 2009 but these days, I would deal with…
A week into Royal Commission public hearings in Ballarat, a sexual abuse health expert gave compelling evidence on the pervasive effects of child sexual and psychological abuse on surivivors.
Associate Professor Dr. Carolyn Quadrio of the U…
Today, the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, sitting in Ballarat, heard from Brother Peter Clinch, Province Leader of Christian Brothers Oceania, who conceded that many settled claims for compensation made by…
The case of a poultry worker sacked for allegedly being drunk on the job and who consequently won $7,000 in compensation for unfair dismissal has attracted a lot of media attention recently, some of it critical of the decision handed down by t…
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