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Why it matters that your solicitor is a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals
Whether you’re a start-up, a professional services practice, a growing SME, or a not-for-profit, the way your organisation collects, stores, and uses personal information can have significant financial, regulatory, and reputational consequences.
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Appealing workers’ compensation decisions in Queensland
If WorkCover Queensland or a self-insured employer has made a workers’ compensation decision you disagree with, you may have the right to seek a review or lodge an appeal.
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Motor vehicle accident while working? Is it a CTP or a workers’ compensation claim?
If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident while working, it is not always clear whether you should make a CTP claim, a workers’ compensation claim, or both.
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A guide to Enduring Powers of Attorneys in Queensland
In Queensland, Enduring Powers of Attorney documents are key documents in the estate and future planning process and therefore it is important that those who create the document, or are given responsibilities and powers pursuant to the documents, fully understand them.
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Can I sue my dentist for medical negligence?
This blog explains when you can sue a dentist for medical negligence in Queensland, the legal tests that apply, and the strict time limits involved.
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The distinction between indemnity and liability clauses in commercial contracts
One of the most frequent points of confusion for businesses when they are reviewing and considering contracts is the ‘indemnity’ and ‘liability’ clauses of the contract.
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Case review - personal injury claim due to nervous shock
Personal injury claims for nervous shock require clear proof of psychiatric injury linked to someone else’s negligence. This court decision highlights how strictly the law views reasonable foreseeability and duty of care in these matters.
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Who is eligible to make a workers compensation claim in Queensland?
Understanding who can make a workers’ compensation claim in Queensland can be confusing, especially with different schemes that apply to injured workers. In Queensland, eligibility depends on who your employer is and which compensation scheme covers them.
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Estate planning challenges for someone who has lost capacity
Losing the ability to make legal and financial decisions, known as losing capacity, can create serious challenges for estate planning. This article explains what capacity means, why it is essential for estate planning, and the legal options available in Queensland if someone loses capacity before putting documents in place.
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Privacy laws – the small business exemption
One of the most controversial parts of the Privacy Act 1988 and the proposed reforms to that legislation is the small business exemption, as it allows small businesses what some may call a ‘free pass’ to not comply with privacy obligations when dealing with an individual’s personal information.
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Can pedestrians make CTP claim after a motor vehicle accident in Queensland?
If you’re a pedestrian injured in a motor vehicle accident in Queensland, you may be entitled to compensation through the at-fault driver’s CTP insurer or the nominal defendant in accidents where the vehicle/driver cannot be identified.
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How long do I have to make a personal injury claim in Queensland?
In this blog, we look at various time limits, including notification of accident/injury, commencing a personal injury claim, appealing decisions and other time limits related to motor vehicle accident claims, workers’ compensation, medical negligence, child abuse claims and public liability claims.
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