Misleading or Deceptive Conduct in Property Transactions: How Buyers Can Protect Themselves
In Australian property transactions, buyers often rely on information provided by developers, agents, and vendors when making significant financial decisions. Where that information is false, incomplete, or misleading, the consequences for buyers can be substantial.
Tsakirios v State of New South Wales [2026] NSWCA 132
In Tsakirios v State of New South Wales [2026] NSWCA 132, the New South Wales Court of Appeal found that an investigating police officer breached her statutory disclosure duty by failing to disclose information about alternative suspects. The decision confirms that police disclosure obligations are public duties.
Navigating the “Snakes and Ladders” of 130-Week Weekly Payment Part 2: Disputes, Medical Panels and Hidden Risks
Workers and their lawyers should exercise caution when disputing weekly payment termination decisions as the outcome can impact other entitlements. It is now more essential than ever that workers receive legal advice regarding the review of their weekly payment entitlements at 130 weeks.
Navigating the “Snakes and Ladders” of 130-Week Weekly Payment Part 1 – Understanding the Review Process
The 2024 amendments to Victoria’s WorkCover scheme surrounding the end of a worker’s entitlement to weekly payments has created a significantly more complex pathway of decisions and disputes. In practice, navigating this framework feels less like a straight line and more like a game of snakes and ladders.
A step too far: How an arrest warrant became malicious prosecution in Cosenza v State of South Australia [2026] SASCA 49
Shortly after 10pm on Good Friday,3 April 2015, Mr Cosenza was stopped by Brevet Sergeant Graham of South Australia Police （SAPOL） after he was observed to be driving his car erratically.
Borton v State of New South Wales [2026] NSWSC 351
In Borton v State of New South [2026] NSWSC 351 Mr Borton (the plaintiff) successfully sued the State of New South Wales for malicious prosecution.
Residual Liberty and Segregation Breaches: DE v State of New South Wales [2026] NSWSC 157
The recent decision of the Supreme Court of New South Wales in DE v State of New South Wales [2026] NSWSC 157 discussed the interpretation of the Detention Centres Act 1987 (NSW) (the Act) and the concept of ‘residual liberty’.
Case Review: Accused of Fraud During Cross-Border Currency Exchange?
Mr Zhang had operated a successful business in China for many years. As he and his wife planned for retirement, they intended to relocate to Australia to reunite with their son who was already settled here.
Pervanic v Merri-Bek City Council (Costs Ruling) [2025] VCC 1731
In the recent public liability case Pervanic v Merri-Bek City Council [2025] VCC 1731, the plaintiff was awarded a total of $85,000 by a jury on 17 November 2025, comprising $80,000 for pain and suffering, $2,000 for past medical and like expenses, and $3,000 for past gratuitous care.