In the forced adoption case of Lamont, the Supreme Court confirmed that the plaintiff’s consent to the adoption of her child in 1968 was valid and informed, rejecting claims that she was coerced into doing so. The Court further found that the defendants adhered to the societal and legal standards of the time, and were not in breach of their duty of care in the course of the adoption.

The Court concluded that an extension of time was not 'just and reasonable', given the prejudice caused to the defendant by the lengthy delay.

The Retail Shop Leases Act (Act) requires an owner to give a tenant a disclosure statement and a draft lease (disclosure documents) at least 7 days before the tenant enters into a retail shop lease. A tenant 'enters into' a lease when it takes possession or is bound by the lease (whichever is earlier).

The NSW Supreme Court explored the application of a settlement agreement arising in prior NCAT proceedings to the performance of repair works, as well as considered the respective defendants’ liability under separate claims pursuant to the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) and the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW).

In a recent decision of the Victorian Supreme Court, Justice Osborne considered the scope of s 52 of the Wrongs Act 1958 (Vic), which states that a plaintiff must prove causation.

The Federal Court of Australia considered whether it was fair and reasonable to deduct the premiums associated with after the event (ATE) insurance taken out by the applicants' solicitors, from the funds to be paid in settlement of a class action.

Key takeaways from recent case regarding the installation of aluminium composite panels in the refurbishment of the Star Casino in Sydney from 2014 to 2016.

This decision confirms that what a court considers to be just and reasonable is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

The decision provides important guidance on how employers must approach redundancy decisions.

The Victorian Government has introduced the Occupational Health and Safety Amendment (Dangerous Goods) Bill 2026 (the Bill), marking a significant legislative development in order to enhance the safety framework surrounding the handling, and activities involving the handling, of dangerous goods

The Supreme Court of Victoria decided that the plaintiff’s attempt to contest the construction of deeds, after allowing an appeal to the Supreme Court of Victoria Court of Appeal and the High Court of Australia, on alternative grounds for appeal, has amounted to an abuse of process.

The inquest into the death of Baby R highlighted issues regarding medical advice given over the course of the pregnancy and medical decision-making provided by attending midwives during the homebirth.

Whether the Court of Appeal should overturn a decision of the County Court to refuse to directly join the respondents’ insurers to a proceeding seeking damages for allegedly defective plumbing works carried out by the respondents, and whether there was any error in the trial judge’s interpretation of the relevant Ministerial Order.

Australian courts place significant weight upon any rejection of reasonable offers of compromise made in the proceeding.

The decision reinforces that there is but one common law of Australia.

Complexities medical professionals face when giving evidence at a coronial inquest.

Lease registration is currently voluntary in each State and Territory (refer to Table 8.1 of the Draft Report). Leasing practice differs in the various States and Territories in relation to registration.

The plaintiff, a former resident at Nazareth House, sued the Sisters of Nazareth (the defendant) for damages relating to allegations of historical sexual, physical and psychological abuse said to have occurred during her placement at Nazareth House

Australian CTP Scheme administrators are seeking stricter punishments for fraudulent and misleading conduct, with a recent NSW prosecution resulting in a 16-month prison sentence. The decision highlights a broader shift towards stronger enforcement and a clear deterrent for fraudulent claimants.

Recent decision has significant implications for occupiers of public venues, particularly those frequented by children.