New Queensland Legislation: Three Strike Drug Offence
In Queensland, individuals who are caught with a small amount of illicit substances, including cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine are given three chances before facing a criminal conviction, under the newly implemented regime in Queensland. What Does This Mean? In efforts to free up the court system, the new three-strike rule means first-time offenders will be given a warning, and offenders caught a […]
How a Plaintiff’s $600,000.00 claim was reduced to a $40,635.44 and a cost order
Casenote: Baldock-Davis v Popham & Anor [2023] QSC 24 This is a case that evidences the importance of presenting a consistent case in all aspects of your life. It is a good example of how social media posts can be used against Plaintiff’s when inconsistencies arise. At trial, these inconsistencies will only go against the credibility of the […]
Queensland’s first judgement for claims farming
Claim farming, also known as referral farming, is a practice that has been around for a long time, but it wasn’t until recent years that it has become a widespread issue in many countries, including Australia. In May 2022, the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC) in Brisbane charged Accident Management Solutions Pty Ltd with 94 counts of receiving consideration for […]
What evidence do you need to make a personal injury claim? The Ultimate Guide
The outcome of any legal matter will be contingent on the evidence that is provided. If the enough evidence is not available then the case may fail before it even begins. What you are trying to prove legally will depend on what evidence is required. In personal injury action it is the Plaintiff’s obligation to prove his […]
NSW Motor Accident Claims
Being so close to the state border between Queensland and New South Wales means we often receive enquiries from people who have been injured in New South Wales. In New South Wales the legislation has been designed to limit the amount of ‘minor’ claims that can be brought by injured persons. The relevant legislation […]
What happens if I am charged with driving under the influence when I am a P-Plate or Learner driver?
In Queensland, learner drivers and P Plate licence holders must maintain a zero percent alcohol reading. If you are caught drink driving over the no alcohol limit you will, unfortunately, suffer a term of disqualification. Can I get a work licence if I have been caught drink driving while on my learners licence or p-plates? Unfortunately, if […]
National Injury Insurance Scheme and Preservation Notices
The National Injury Insurance Scheme is governed by the National Injury Insurance Scheme (Queensland) Act 2016 (Qld). It is a no-fault service that directs resources towards providing care, assistance and rehabilitation towards people who have been involved in catastrophic injuries by either motor vehicle accidents or workplace incidents. The National Injury Insurance Scheme is […]
R Plates for Returning Drivers
We have L plates, P plates and now R plates for people who are considered “return” drivers. Australian company, Myycar, is rolling out a new initiative to bring awareness to people who are returning to the road after suffering a traumatic psychiatric injury or a prolonged break from driving. When people are involved in traumatic traffic accidents […]
Proposed changes the Queensland law may allow medical marijuana users to drive
In Queensland it is currently illegal for residents to drive a vehicle if they have taken any illicit drug, including marijuana. This is regardless of whether they have a medical certificate from their doctor. However, this all might be about to change as the Queensland Government has set down plans to review the state’s drug driving laws. This […]
$10 Poker Machine bet to a $319,734.05 Win for Plaintiff
On the 25th of October 2019 the Star Casino denied Mr Joe a $284,449.06 jackpot win and paid the price for doing so. At the time he was 62 years of age and suffered from a motor neurone disease that caused him a significant impairment. The Plaintiff was gambling at the Star Casino Sydney across […]