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Pain can be impairment: Yangzom v Allianz Australia Insurance Limited [2024] NSWSC 870

The Supreme Court handed down its decision in Yangzom v Allianz Australia Insurance Limited [2024] NSWSC 870 on 18 July 2024.

Published by Qiming Zhou
31 July, 2024
CTP Insurance

Two car accidents, nine days apart, but did either cause a psychological injury?

On 26 July 2024, the Personal Injury Commission published its decision in AAI Limited t/as GIO v Zalghout [2024] NSWPICMP 452.

Published by Helen Huang
29 July, 2024
Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Understanding Proportionality in Legal Costs: Insights from Shallhoub v Johnson

The recent case of Shallhoub v Johnson [2023] NSWDC 555 is an important reminder that proportionality is a consideration in both the conduct of litigation and the assessment of legal costs to be awarded and paid post litigation.

Insurance

Section 11A – Step back. Is it a Carrot or a Stick? Understanding the Meaning of ‘Discipline’ and ‘Employee Benefits’

On 29 June 2024, Deputy President Wood handed down her decision in Rock Logistics Pty Ltd v Chelin, which involved a section 11A(1) defence for a psychological injury in the context of Covid-19/vaccinations.

Published by Karl Maakasa
22 July, 2024
CTP Insurance

Hold On! What Precautions Should I Take When Boarding a Bus?

The decision in Hidalgo v Allianz Australia Insurance Limited [2024] NSWPIC 356 was published by the Personal Injury Commission on 19 July 2024.

Published by Peter Hunt
22 July, 2024
Insurance

PIRS -Detangling the effects of primary and secondary psychological injuries

A primary psychological injury arises directly from a workplace incident/accident.

Published by Karl Maakasa
16 July, 2024
CTP Insurance

When do I get paid my statutory benefits?

On 12 July 2024, the Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Najjar v Insurance Australia Limited t/as NRMA Insurance [2024] NSWPIC 328.

Published by Helen Huang
13 July, 2024
News

McCabes announced as finalists in key categories in the Australian Law Awards 2024

We are proud to announce our recognition as a finalist in multiple categories in the Australian Law Awards 2024, presented by Lawyers Weekly.

Published by McCabes News
10 July, 2024
CTP Insurance

Proceedings Dismissed – A Drain on the Commission’s Resources

The Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Drane v Insurance Australia Limited t/as NRMA Insurance [2024] NSWPIC 338 on 5 July 2024.

Published by Peter Hunt
8 July, 2024
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