The Civil Procedure Act 2010 (Vic) has had a significant impact on disputes and litigation in Victoria since its inception. It is vital that lawyers keep their overarching obligations under the Act front of mind.
The introduction of Part 1C of the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) enables courts to set aside "affected agreements" in previously settled child abuse claims where it is "just and reasonable" to do so.
The case of Torcross Investments Pty Ltd v Scenic Rim Regional Council [2023] QPEC 6 concerned an appeal to the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland (Court) against the decision of the Scenic Rim Regional Council...
The case of Archer & Anor v Council of the City of Gold Coast & Ors [2022] QPEC 59 concerned an appeal by two submitters (Submitters) to the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland (Court) ...
The case of Yaralla Sports Club Inc v Gladstone Regional Council [2021] QPEC 74 concerned an application in the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland...