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Adequate does not always mean fair: family provision claims in Australia

Private Clients| 28 Nov 2023

Adequate does not always mean fair: family provision claims in Australia

We outline the key factors courts will take into account when answering the question of what is ‘adequate’ provision for a person who is eligible to make a claim, and has not been sufficiently provided for under the Will.

The Federal Government’s announcement to expand Australia’s energy grid capacity

Energy, Resources & Utilities| 27 Nov 2023

The Federal Government’s announcement to expand Australia’s energy grid capacity

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has announced that the Federal Government is working with state and territory governments to increase Australia’s grid capacity.

Expert witness notes: when legal professional privilege does not attach

Insurance| 27 Nov 2023

Expert witness notes: when legal professional privilege does not attach

The NSW Supreme Court has confirmed that handwritten notes used by an expert when providing a preliminary verbal opinion to solicitors may not be protected by legal professional privilege.

Victorian Court of Appeal allows multiple Medical Panel determinations: Rosata decision set aside

Insurance| 24 Nov 2023

Victorian Court of Appeal allows multiple Medical Panel determinations: Rosata decision set aside

We examine the Court’s decision in the consolidated proceedings of Citywide Service Solutions Pty Ltd v Rosata; Kabbout v Crown Melbourne Ltd and its implications in public liability proceedings.

WA Insurance Update

Insurance| 23 Nov 2023

WA Insurance Update

Our WA Insurance team provide an update for clients on relevant cases.