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Frivolous & Vexatious Medical Assessment Dismissed

The Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Contarino v Insurance Australia Limited t/as NRMA Insurance [2025] NSWPIC 636 on 12 December 2025.

Published by Peter Hunt
15 December, 2025
CTP Insurance

Slippery When Wet – Another Driver’s Speed Means They’re Mostly-at-Fault

The Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Salazar Renteria v AAI Limited t/as GIO [2025] NSWPIC 623 on 5 December 2025.

Published by Peter Hunt
8 December, 2025
CTP Insurance

Redundancy Payments and Early Termination Payments Should Not Be Included in PAWE

The Personal Injury Commission published its decision in CPP v Youi Pty Limited [2025] NSWPICMR 27 on 28 November 2025.

Published by Peter Hunt
1 December, 2025
Employment

Workplace Christmas Parties: Celebration or Legal Minefield?

As the festive season approaches, many Australian workplaces are preparing for their annual Christmas parties - a time to unwind, celebrate achievements, and foster team spirit. However, these events are not without risk.

Published by Tim McDonald
28 November, 2025
News

McCabes recognised as a Winner for Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2025

McCabes has been recognised as a Winner for Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2025.

Published by McCabes News
27 November, 2025
CTP Insurance

Supreme Court Finds that Pet Care is an Attendant Care Service

The Supreme Court handed down its decision in Insurance Australia Limited t/as NRMA Insurance v Chowdhury [2025] NSWSC 1392  on 26 November 2025.

Published by Peter Hunt
26 November, 2025
CTP Insurance

How Most at Fault Disputes are Assessed When the Insured is Not at Fault

The Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Raad v QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited [2025] NSWPIC 598 on 21 November 2025.

Published by Peter Hunt
24 November, 2025
CTP Insurance

Consequential Surgery is not an “Injury” in the Absence of Harm

The Personal Injury Commission published its decision in Allianz Australia Insurance Limited v Mandoukos [2025] NSWPICMP 844 on 14 November 2025.

Published by Peter Hunt
16 November, 2025
Employment

Federal Court Orders Compensation for Christmas Holiday Work Breach

The recent Federal Court decision in Mining and Energy Union v OS MCAP Pty Ltd (No 3) [2025] FCA 1372 sheds light on whether employees can be required to work at Christmas under section 114 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).

Published by Tim McDonald
13 November, 2025
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