Permanent Stay Applications in Child Abuse Cases
Various institutions have faced backlash over their decision to file permanent stay applications in child abuse-related cases. In late 2023, the High Court of Australia delivered a landmark ruling against this practice. This decision was in response to stays’ widespread criticism. It underscored the need for these institutions to address the abuse survivors’ claims more […]
Medical Negligence Resulting in Cerebral Palsy
While the causes of cerebral palsy are complex and oftentimes unavoidable, there are instances where this condition could have been prevented had a medical professional acted promptly and competently. If you believe that a healthcare provider’s negligence caused your child’s cerebral palsy, read on to learn what your legal options are and what compensation you […]
A Guide to Restaurant Injury Claims
When heading to a restaurant, you trust that the establishment will provide a safe experience. You trust that the food will be hygienically prepared and that the premises are properly maintained without hazards. Unfortunately, this trust is commonly broken with dining out ending in harm. If you’ve become injured at — or ill because of […]
Intestacy Rules in NSW: An Overview
It’s not uncommon for someone to pass away without a valid will. It’s also not uncommon for someone to believe their will is valid, yet it either fails to meet the legal requirements to be considered as such or discludes a portion of their estate. If a person passes away without a valid will, knowingly […]
Examples of Executor Misconduct
Executors are generally appointed because of their trustworthiness and financial competence. Yet, there are times where an executor will engage in misconduct — whether that’s because of incompetence, negligence or intentional wrongdoing. Here, we’re going to cover what executor misconduct looks like and the steps that you can take if you believe you’ve been unjustly […]
How Is a Deceased Estate Managed?
The management of estate distribution often comes with a handful of ifs and buts; just as one person’s estate is never exactly the same as the next’s, the distribution process thereof can also vary. But with the right help and information, you can ensure that an estate is fairly and legally distributed. Here, we’re going […]
Parents Receive total of $485,000 in Compensation for Tragic Death of Newborn Child
Case Overview Our client suffered unimaginable loss following her 12-hour labour, delivering her first child by emergence caesarean. A few hours after our clients baby was born, it was brought to the mother for breast feeding but after struggling to latch, the baby was taken away by hospital staff. Several hours later, another attempt was […]
GMP Law Launches Class Action Investigations Against Exactech
Gerard Malouf and Partners Law (GMP Law) has commenced an investigation against Exactech following a recall of faulty hip, knee and ankle replacements. Exactech’s Faulty Product Recall Exactech is a global medical device company that develops joint replacement implants, surgical instruments and smart technologies. The company recalled 200,000 devices in 2021 and 2022, after finding […]
Family Provision Claims: Can a Grandchild Contest a Will in Victoria?
Are grandchildren considered eligible for contesting a will in Victoria? The short answer: yes and no. Here, we’re going to unpack the situations in which a grandchild is legally entitled to a portion of an estate, and instances where they are not. While we’ll cover the matter generally in this article, we offer a free […]
Can I Claim Compensation for the Loss of a Limb?
Legally, the process of claiming compensation for the loss of a limb — or an amputation claim — generally falls under the purview of personal injury claims; pertaining to amputations that occurred due to another’s negligence. The exception is where the amputation occurred due to an action of violence, in which case the legal process […]
