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Proceedings to proceed: Supreme Court of Queensland dismisses strike out application in proceedings concerning the proposed relocation of an easement finding the proceedings are not hypothetical or vexatious

The Supreme Court of Queensland has dismissed an application to strike out a second amended statement of claim, finding that the proceedings are not hypothetical or an abuse of process or vexatious.

Market value six weeks too early: Supreme Court of Queensland determines dispute about construction of an infrastructure agreement

The case of Palm Cove Nominees Pty Ltd v Cairns Regional Council & Anor [2023] QSC 289 concerned an originating application to the Supreme Court of Queensland (Supreme Court) by a developer, Palm Cove Nominees Pty Ltd.

"Child on child" Institutional Liability Claims

While many historic child abuse cases are in relation to adults associated with an organisation, an increasing area of claims against institutions involves allegations of child on child sexual and physical abuse.

Vicarious liability for foster carers: a case review

Can a foster care agency or local authority be found vicariously liable for tortious acts of a foster carer? Recent case law from the United Kingdom provides insight.

2023 graduates exceed fundraising goal for Indigenous Literacy Foundation

2023 Graduates Exceed Fundraising Goal for Indigenous Literacy Foundation