Practices
Insurance Shyla’s practice focuses on common law and statutory benefits claims brought pursuant to the Accident Compensation Act 1985 (Vic) and Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (Vic).
Shyla acts as a solicitor for WorkSafe Victoria, its agents and employers in defending claims relating to injuries arising out of employment. In particular, Shyla has conduct of numerous psychiatric injuries and multi-defendant claims. Prior to joining Hall & Wilcox, Shyla had experience acting for Plaintiffs including in claims pursuant to the Transport Accident Act 1986. Shyla is a proactive litigator with strong dispute resolution skills. She is dedicated to investigating the key issues in a claim at an early stage and providing comprehensive advice to WorkSafe Victoria.
Shyla is also actively involved in developing Smarter Law innovations for use within the firm and is a member of the firm’s Pro Bono Committee.
Experience
- Conducting serious injury applications, Originating Motion matters, damages matters, judicial reviews and statutory benefits matters.
- Instructing in the County Court, Supreme Court and Court of Appeal.
- Negotiating and advocating on behalf of her clients at conferences and in mediations.
- Presenting at internal seminars regarding Originating Motion matters and regarding case law developments in claims for psychiatric injuries.
Professional Membership
- Law Institute of Victoria