ArticleAll at sea - Medical negligence by a doctor during a cruiseRecent case demonstrates that well established principles of medical negligence apply even in novel or unusual circumstances.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleArbitration: The alternative dispute process for Workcover disputes in VictoriaAn arbitration process has been established to assist in the expeditious resolution of WorkCover disputes in Victoria.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleDoes the current health crisis provide a defence against medical negligence?How should the law respond to constraints on the health system when making a decision about whether a there has been negligence?AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleTAC claims after a multi-car pile upThis decision, Becka v Tuppen, is helpful to both legal practitioners and people affected in multi car collisions.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWhat is a WorkCover independent medical examination?A WorkCover independent medical examiner is organised by Workcover to address specific queries about your injury claim.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWhy has Workcover rejected my Workers Compensation Claim?Discussion about some of the primary reasons a workers compensation claim may be rejected.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleCOMPENSATION CLAIMS FOLLOWING FAMILY VIOLENCELooks at compensation options for people injured in circumstances of family violence.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleJargon and terms used during your personal injury claimUnderstanding a personal injury compensation claim is difficult enough without having to learn legal jargon.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleAccess to personal injury compensation in Victoria - change is neededIt's time for Victorian personal injury compensation laws to change to facilitate justice for grieving families.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleA guide to claiming workcover death benefitsDependent of worker who dies as a result of a work-related injury may be entitled to make a WorkCover death benefit claim.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWhen does a WorkCover dispute end up in the Magistrates Court in Victoria?A genuine dispute certificate must be issued before a Workcover dispute can be referred to the Magistrates Court.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleTransport accidents while working - Is it a Workcover or TAC claim?Discusses eligibility to claim Workcover & TAC. Can you claim both at the same time? Case review.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleWorkCover conciliation – am I eligible and how does it work?The establishment of WCIRS & Arbitration Service means that there are more options available for unresolved WorkCover disputes.AustraliaEmployment and HRPolaris Lawyers
ArticleClaiming compensation for injuries caused by falling trees and branchesHow Australian courts have assessed claims for compensation for injuries from falling trees and branches.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationPolaris Lawyers
ArticleCOVID-19 vaccine claims schemeWhat happens if you suffer a moderate to a significant reaction that requires treatment?AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorPolaris Lawyers
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