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NSW Court of Appeal finds intent to tackle does not automatically mean intent to injure

Insurance| 11 Dec 2020

NSW Court of Appeal finds intent to tackle does not automatically mean intent to injure

The NSW Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal from Berkley Vale Rugby League Club player Michael Dickson who suffered serious facial injuries after Northern Lakes Rugby League Sport & Recreation Club player Brendan Fletcher performed an ‘unlawful’ tackle on him ...

‘Even the best skiers have accidents’: Supreme Court confirms skiing is a dangerous recreational activity

Insurance| 26 Nov 2020

‘Even the best skiers have accidents’: Supreme Court confirms skiing is a dangerous recreational activity

The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of Perisher Blue after a skier was allegedly struck from behind by an instructor.

NSW Court of Appeal finds community sports association not liable for obvious risk of a dangerous recreational activity

Insurance| 26 Oct 2020

NSW Court of Appeal finds community sports association not liable for obvious risk of a dangerous recreational activity

The NSW Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal from Emily Tapp who suffered catastrophic injuries while competing in a campdraft competition organised by a not-for-profit community sports association, the Australian Bushmen’s Campdraft & Rodeo Association.

Court dismisses appeal by greyhound owner struck by a mechanical lure while volunteering at racing club

Insurance| 25 Aug 2020

Court dismisses appeal by greyhound owner struck by a mechanical lure while volunteering at racing club

The NSW Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal from greyhound owner, Jason Carter, who suffered a serious left leg injury when he was struck by a mechanical lure while voluntarily assisting the Hastings River Greyhound Racing Club.

Court dismisses jockey’s appeal against competitor over injuries caused by negligent riding

Insurance| 27 Jul 2020

Court dismisses jockey’s appeal against competitor over injuries caused by negligent riding

The NSW Court of Appeal has dismissed the appeal of Hari Singh (Appellant), a professional jockey, against Glenn Lynch (Respondent), another jockey, arising from serious injuries sustained when his horse fell during a race meeting at the Tamworth Racecourse in ...