An appeal against the decision of a local government to refuse part of a development application relating to a proposed self-storage facility is dismissed.
Colin Biggers & Paisley is expanding its respected insurance practice through the appointment of Chris Bresler as a lead partner of its enhanced property insurance offering.
The Victorian Court of Appeal's decision in Footscray Football Club Ltd v Kneale [2024] VSCA 314 (Appeal) revisited critical legal principles surrounding a sporting club's duty of care to child spectators attending its premises and excessive jury awards of compensation in historical abuse cases.
Legal professional privilege (LPP) is a fundamental legal principle designed to protect confidential communications, both oral and written, between lawyers and clients from disclosure to other parties involved in an action. However, there are situations which arise where statutory provisions require disclosure of certain information.
Legal privilege is a central tenant of legal practice. Here is a short cheat sheet to legal privilege and understanding the common types of privilege and when it can be claimed or lost.
The case of Elisha v Vision Australia Ltd [2024] HCA 50 (Elisha) highlights the importance of employers being mindful of the psychiatric impact of dismissals on their employees and adhering to company policies when disciplining them. This article aims to offer guidance on mitigating an employer's potential liability during the disciplinary process.
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