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We hold our values at the core of what we do: integrity, excellence and courage. We are a dynamic and ambitious company, set apart by the trust we build with our clients as we develop tailored strategic solutions for them. We always aim to provide a boutique service with the backing of a national firm.

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CTP Insurance

PAWE – When do the “Significant Change” Provisions Apply?

The Personal Injury Commission (PIC) published its decision in Kumar v Allianz Australia Insurance Limited [2024] NSWPICMR 73 on 6 December 2024.

Published by Peter Hunt
9 December, 2024
CTP Insurance

Insurers Not Bound by Threshold Injury Admissions

On 29 November 2024, the Personal Injury Commission published its decision in QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited v Gilbey [2024] NSWPIC 633 (29 October 2024).

Published by Helen Huang
2 December, 2024
Insurance

Slipping-up on the facts (again) – Macari v Snack Brands Foods Pty Ltd [2024] NSWCA 282

A recent decision by the NSW Court of Appeal upheld the principle that the plaintiff bears the onus of establishing the cause of his accident. In circumstances where the plaintiff is unable to establish this cause on the basis of the evidence availab

Published by Leighton Hawkes
28 November, 2024
CTP Insurance

Evic Rides Again – Driver in Single Vehicle Accident Not Mostly at Fault

The Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Earle-Joyce v AAI Limited t/as AAMI [2024] NSWPIC 626  on 22 November 2024.

Published by Peter Hunt
25 November, 2024
Employment

Compensation for employee’s injury in her own home

With modern employment, working from home and flexible working arrangements are becoming a necessity and sought after by many employees. Working from home has benefits to both employees and employers, however, it also carries additional risk.

Published by Tim McDonald
25 November, 2024
Corporate

Put on notice: Proposed changes to disclosure obligations of equity derivatives

On 14 November 2024, the Treasury released an exposure draft of the Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2024: Enhanced Disclosure of Ownership of Listed Entities (Draft Bill) and opened consultation in relation to the Draft Bill.

Published by Robert Speed
20 November, 2024
CTP Insurance

Breaking the Causal Chain

On 15 November 2024, the Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Portillo-Vera v Insurance Australia Limited t/as NRMA Insurance [2024] NSWPICMP 758.

Published by Helen Huang
18 November, 2024
Insurance

A hot topic: Who is responsible to repair accidental fire damage in a rental property? – Afluk v The New South Wales Land and Housing Corporation [2024] NSWDC 521

A recent decision by the NSW District Court has clarified a lessee's obligation to repair a leased premises pursuant to the Residential Tenancies Act 2010. Absent the lessor/landlord establishing that the lessee/tenant has negligently caused the inci

Published by Leighton Hawkes
15 November, 2024
News

McCabes recognised in Doyle’s Guide Insurance Law Rankings 2024

McCabes is proud to announce its outstanding performance in the 2024 edition of Doyle’s Guide Insurance Law Rankings.

Published by McCabes News
13 November, 2024
CTP Insurance

The Function of a Medical Assessor is to consider the Medical Question: Allianz Australia Insurance Limited v Bell [2024] NSWSC 1351

The Supreme Court handed down its decision in Allianz Australia Insurance Limited v Bell [2024] NSWSC 1351 on 29 October 2024.

Published by Qiming Zhou
12 November, 2024

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Webinar

After the Festivities: Managing the Aftermath of Work Christmas Parties

<p data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Employees' joy and celebration at the Christmas party can give employers a headache. In our upcoming Employment webinar, we will explore issues with sexual harassment and other psychosocial hazards, misconduct, and employer/vicarious liability, with reference to case examples.</p> We will discuss what steps can be taken to minimise these issues and how to address problems if they occur.

Hosted by Tim McDonald
12 December, 2024
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