According to the recent case of Voller v Nationwide News Pty Ltd [201] NSWSC 766, the answer is potentially yes. Background Dylan Voller was a former detainee of the Don Dale Detention Centre in the Northern Territory. He became well known after the Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the Northern...
“I always stand by my word.” “I’ve been doing business with Bob for 15 years. We’ve never had a problem that we couldn’t sort out over the phone.” “It’s simple. “There’s no room for confusion.” “We didn’t have time.” “We don’t worry about that in our industry.” We commonly hear these sorts of explanations as...
When reading any articles or speaking with lawyers, you will notice that almost everyone agrees settling a dispute out of court is far better than going to trial. After all, going to court can be expensive, time-consuming and stressful, with no guarantee that you will receive anything. Although mediation and settlement should always be attempted,...
As relationships are becoming more complex, so too is estate planning. What is the appropriate balance between a second spouse and the children of your first marriage? Who should take precedence in this instance? Are you entitled to leave the bulk of your estate to your children to preserve the assets you have worked your...
For those who love to complain, the digital world offers endless opportunities to do so. From Google Reviews, Trip Advisor, Yelp or comments on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, it is a simple thing to say something very nasty about another person or business. Atkinson Vinden’s Defamation Team regularly assists individuals and companies to protect their...
What would happen if you hired the wrong sort of lawyer for your case? What would that mean for your bottom line? How would this affect your ongoing relationship with the other party? These questions are often overlooked when it comes to seeking litigation services. Whilst you may be in a high state of emotional...
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