ArticleAre personal injury claim settlements confidential?The vast majority of people injured in Victoria have their claims resolved prior to going to a full hearing.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleTAC common law compensation awarded to injured motor cyclistDiscusses entitlement to TAC common law damages. Recent case example.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleA guide to legal costs for medical negligence and public liability claims.How are legal costs calculated in medical negligence claims and public liability claims?AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWhat happens to my Workcover entitlements if I resign from my job?Injured workers in Victoria should be aware of the effects that resignation may have on their WorkCover entitlements.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleMedical negligence claims are difficult .... but not impossibleGathering independent expert evidence in support of the claim is the key to success in a medical negligence claim.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesPolaris Lawyers
ArticleDifferentiating between social work, psychology, psychiatry and counselling servicesCrossovers between the professions, there are distinct differences in what they do and how they deliver services.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWhat is the Transport Accident Commission?Explanation of the TAC including it's role, how it is funded, who is entitled to it's benefits etc.AustraliaTransportPolaris Lawyers
ArticleCalculating PIAWE for Workcover weekly payments in VictoriaPIAWE: Pre-Injury Average Weekly Earnings looks at the income you were receiving before you got injured at work.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWorkcover weekly payments - VictoriaIf you suffer an injury at work, you may be entitled to various forms of compensation including weekly payments – discussed here.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleChanging lawyers during a personal injury claimYou should understand your rights and obligations in the agreement as signed with the law firm you have engaged.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleE-Scooters - who pays compensation when someone is injured?Those injured in E-Scooter accidents find themselves in an insurance blackspot with little or no access to forms of compensation.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleCase Review: Workcover Serious Injury Certificate granted (Mengot v The Muscle Pot)The injured worker was awarded a WorkCover serious injury certificate to pursue lump sum compensation.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWorkcover serious injury applicationsAn injured worker is entitled to claim WorkCover common law damages for pain and suffering and economic loss.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWorkcover Victoria weekly payments after 130 weeksThere are some circumstances where you can continue to receive weekly payments of compensation after 130 weeks.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleThe sky is the limit: Waivers and compensation claimsParticipants in high risk or adventure related activities can be asked to sign a waiver to prevent compensation claims.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleVictorian Workcover and TAC claims for injuries suffered outside VictoriaAfter a workplace injury, your entitlements depend heavily on the way that you were injured & where you were injured.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
Article$687,207 medical negligence settlement after knee replacementEvidence provided by any medical experts carries significant weight when considering the outcome of a case. Recent case example.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleDriver held liable for actions of his passenger, which led to cyclist injuryA driver of a motor vehicle owes a duty of care to their passengers and other road users, including cyclists.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleCase Overview – Norman v TAC (Volenti non fit injuria)Legal profession has continued to use many confusing Latin phrases, and this one is no exception.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWe need a Ryan's Rule in Victoria to support parents of children receiving medical treatmentRyan's Rule ensures that the parents of children are heard when it comes to concerns about the health & treatment of their children.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesPolaris Lawyers