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.
Australian Credit License: What is it and do I need one?
An Australian credit licence (ACL) is a licence issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) that permits individuals or companies to engage in credit activities in Australia.
Major Family Law Property Reforms Take Effect from 10 June 2025
The Family Law Amendment Act 2024 introduces wide-reaching changes to the way property settlements are determined following separation. These amendments, which took effect on 10 June 2025, aim to improve clarity, consistency and fairness—particularly for parties affected by family violence.
When is an incident a ‘Transport Accident’ – Unpacking Van Der Wolf v TAC [2025] VSCA 24
In 2016, following a drink driving conviction, Mr Van Der Wolf was required to have an alcohol interlock device installed in his vehicle. The interlock was designed to stop a driver from driving the vehicle with alcohol in their system.
Understanding the Process for Police and Prison Claims in Victoria
Bringing a legal claim against Victoria Police or a prison operator can feel confusing and overwhelming. There are many steps involved, and the process can take a long time.
To make things easier, we’ve created a simple flowchart that shows what to expect at each stage of the process – from the very beginning, when evidence is being gathered, right through to settlement or a court trial.
Rich v TAC [2025] VCC 1517 – A pragmatic County Court “nervous shock” serious injury decision and the application of Jones v Dunkel in a serious injury context
The decision of the County Court in Rich v TAC [2025] VCC 1517 is an interesting example of a serious injury decision for a psychiatrically injured plaintiff under s.93 of the Transport Accident Act 1986 (the TAA).
Section 459 arrest power: when are there reasonable grounds to believe an indictable offence has been committed?
The case of Carrie Peters (a Pseudonym) v the State of Victoria [2023] VCC 1791 examined the circumstances in which police are entitled to arrest an individual without a warrant under section 459 of the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic) (Crimes Act).
What Role Does the TAC Clinical Panel Play in Determining Whether Your Surgery Is Paid For?
If you’ve been injured in a transport accident, you may be surprised to find that the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) don’t automatically agree to pay for all requested treatment.
Conspiracy case update: Taxi Apps Pty Ltd v Uber Technologies Inc & Ors [2025] VSC 514
On 25 August 2025, the Supreme Court of Victoria handed down its decision in Taxi Apps Pty Ltd v Uber Technologies Inc & Ors (Taxi Apps decision) deciding, inter alia, whether Uber’s expansion in Australia constituted a tortious conspiracy that caused Taxi Apps Pty Ltd (Taxi Apps) loss.