The importer of electrical goods which is not involved in the manufacturing or design of those goods does not necessarily owe a duty of care to end consumers

The Commission of Inquiry into the Queensland floods commenced last week. Ideally the reports produced by the Commission will guard against Queensland developing disaster amnesia. The Commission has, amongst other things, been asked to report back and provide recommendations on the preparation and planning for future flood threats and risks.

The Court had to determine who paid the costs in an essentially unsuccessful claim by Star Casino against a builder who then cross claimed against an architect where various indemnity costs offers were made.

To avoid having to pay compensation when there are any significant changes in circumstances between the issue of a disclosure statement and the signing of a lease, landlords are "probably" obliged to issue an amended or further disclosure statement to tenants.

The case provides clear confirmation of the principles applied in determining whether a duty of care exists and establishing negligence.

Guidance on the interpretation and application of the amendments concerning the reconsideration of final parenting orders.

A key take away is that a court's approach to interpreting policies of insurance as commercial contracts.

The analysis sets out how a broad definition of 'Claim' / 'Loss' may be applied to provide indemnity in instances where one may think none available.

Architects and design professionals have experienced an increased exposure to personal injury claims in the last five or so years, particularly in Queensland following the enactment of the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002.

Article explores how family trusts can become central to legal disputes when couples separate.

Recent legislative changes and outline key findings and recommendations from the Rapid Review.

From July to December 2005, the Crime and Misconduct Commission ("CMC") conducted an inquiry into suspected official misconduct of councillors including Mr Power.

Several key workplace reforms will come into effect from 1 July 2026, with implications for employee entitlements, payroll processes and workforce planning.

Medicare audits and investigations conducted by the Practitioner Review Program and PSRA can have significant outcomes for healthcare professionals.

The ALRC's inquiry has the potential to modernise and unify Australia's human tissue laws.

No need to go to court and you can recover up to $300 for lopping overhanging branches!

Significant changes are on the horizon for NSW’s building and construction industry, reshaping prefabricated construction, building approvals, design variations and regulatory accountability.

The identification of the interest that is said to be infringed is critical to the application of limitation periods to negligence claims causing economic loss.

Professional advisers are held to a standard of reasonable care, not perfection.

The spotlight on a public authority's liability in nuisance or negligence is likely to remain for some time.