Road safety: It’s everyone’s responsibility Road safety: It’s everyone’s responsibility Unfortunately, we’ve seen close to 300 lives lost on our Victorian since January 1, 2023 – a 20% increase on last year’s toll. As we approach the festive season, it’s more important than ever to remain vigilant while using our roads – whether you’re a car driver, motorbike rider, pedestrian […] Read More…
A life changing fall: Ricardo’s story A life changing fall: Ricardo’s story We all have the right to feel safe at work and return home at the end of each day. This was not the case for our client, Ricardo Fuentes, who almost died at his workplace in February 2020 after falling 10 metres to the ground when scaffolding collapsed. Ricardo […] Read More…
How to identify sexual harassment in the workplace – and what to do about it How to identify sexual harassment in the workplace – and what to do about it Fear. Humiliation. Violated. Afraid. Confused. Angry. Frustrated. Offended. Belittled. Grief. These are the words of our client who was sexually harassed in the workplace. Each word has its own meaning; its own consequence. Sexual harassment in the workplace still occurs. […] Read More…
Arnold Thomas & Becker welcomes Tasmania’s Commission of Inquiry and warns against the Redress Scheme ATB welcomes Tasmania’s Commission of Inquiry and warns against the Redress Scheme Arnold Thomas & Becker recently welcomed the Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government’s responses to child sexual abuse in institutional settings. Arnold Thomas & Becker lawyer Kelly Schober said, “the inquiry has provided some hope for a response from the government that […] Read More…
Claiming super insurance after a physical injury Claiming super insurance after a physical injury Our client, Brett, has never been able to return to work since a traumatic accident in 2020 that left him with severe injuries. Brett was working on a truck, pulling a tarp over a steel coil, when the tarp suddenly slipped and he fell three metres to the […] Read More…
$1 million superannuation insurance settlement for our client $1 million superannuation insurance settlement for our client Despite millions of Australians holding a superannuation account, many are unaware of their entitlements to superannuation insurance should the need arise. This is particularly the case when an injury or illness affects the ability for a person perform their employment activities – even if the injury or […] Read More…
Why sexual abuse survivors should avoid the Redress Scheme Content warning: Please be aware that this blog contains information regarding child sexual abuse. We know that no amount of compensation can take away the pain and trauma for survivors of childhood abuse. Injuries are long-lasting, affecting many areas of survivors’ lives. However, we will fight for the compensation you deserve to support you […] Read More…
The dangers of asbestos: David’s story The dangers of asbestos: David’s story David* was a fit and healthy man in his 60s living in Jakarta with his wife when he started noticing shortness of breath in 2021. It was in the midst of the pandemic when David presented at the doctor in Jakarta, so they initially thought he had contracted Covid-19. […] Read More…
Big wave surfer Ross Clarke-Jones shares his story Big wave surfer Ross Clarke-Jones shares his story Arnold Thomas & Becker was honoured to represent Ross Clarke-Jones throughout his recent legal issue. Ross is well-known for his love of huge waves, and over the years has travelled the globe and taken on some of the biggest waves ever attempted. When his life came crashing […] Read More…
Blue Knot Day: Supporting survivors of trauma Blue Knot Day: Supporting survivors of trauma Thursday 27 October is Blue Knot Day, a national day for Australians to unite in support of the more than five million adults who have experienced complex trauma. Blue Knot Day reflects the work the Blue Knot Foundation does every day in educating the community about trauma, and […] Read More…