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Changes have been made to the law in NSW, which affects non-government schools. The changes are prescribed by the Civil Liability Regulation 2009 (NSW). Certain non government schools are now entitled to be categorised as a "public or other authority".

The reforms will increase worker benefits, reward employers with good safety records, and reform the scheme's structure.

Insureds should characterise the facts giving rise to the relevant 'act' or 'omission' when seeking relief via s 54.

The costs of completing the legislated PIPA pre-proceedings steps may not be recoverable if the claim is dismissed.

The decision provides useful guidance on the bounds of pollution liability coverage and also issues of non-disclosure.

A party to proceedings in the Workers Compensation Commission (WCC) requires leave in order to cross-examine a witness.

In the recent decision of Strong v Woolworths Ltd, the High Court revisited the issue of causation in slip and fall cases.

In our last Bulletin we looked at the recent changes to the regulation of Direct Offshore Foreign Insurers (known as DOFIs) under the Financial Sector Legislation Amendment (Discretionary Mutual Fund and Direct Offshore Foreign Insurers) Act 2007 (Amending Act).

In late 2009 the Golden Downs forest near Nelson was badly damaged by fire. The forest owner sued the owner of a neighbouring property (Three Tuis Limited) and a neighbouring occupier (Mr Garnett), alleging that either Three Tuis or Mr Garnett had spread ash and embers from Mr Garnett’s two tourist cabins without checking if they were still smouldering.

A recent decision is a victory for commerciality and policyholders alike.

What is insurtech? How can it enhance the customer experience? Insurtech & regulatory compliance.

Data centres have become critical infrastructure assets in Australia's digital economy, attracting significant investment while facing mounting regulatory scrutiny over energy demands and infrastructure costs. As these facilities expand to meet AI-driven computing needs, they present complex insurance challenges spanning climate exposure, business interruption risk, and cyber vulnerabilities that require careful risk management strategies.

High Court held that the current law in Australia does not allow recovery for loss of chance in personal injury cases.

Here are five practical tips to consider when choosing and briefing an expert to provide a specialist medical opinion.

These CTP reforms go too far against the interests of victims, and give too much power to the giant insurance companies.

The Injured Persons Association is fighting changes to the CTP insurance scheme being brought in by the NSW government.

Before considering reasonable treatment, establish that treatment is for a compensable injury, or a direct result of it.