Civil disputes can be resolved through a range of settlement pathways, each with different levels of formality, cost and risk. This overview outlines the key options available in litigation, from informal negotiations and mediation to offers of compromise and judgment.
Colin Biggers & Paisley has secured leading insurance partner Jennifer Robbins into its Brisbane office.
A fact in a notice to admit facts which is disputed is not "proved in the proceeding" until the fact is determined by a court and the cost of proving a fact is limited to legal charges and disbursements.
A 117 place childcare centre in Birkdale is approved on appeal, despite the Court finding it is not "small scale" as required under the low density residential zone code.
The Court of Appeal has refused leave to appeal, confirming that development conditions requiring a developer to pay for water and sewerage non-trunk infrastructure were validly imposed.
Building Bill 2024 (NSW) marks the most significant reform of building and construction regulation in 40 years. This article outlines the key licensing, regulatory and compliance changes and considers their practical implications for builders, consultants and insurers.
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