World Cancer Day: Ian’s asbestos story World Cancer Day: Ian’s asbestos story February 4 is World Cancer Day, a day to raise awareness of prevention, detection and treatment of cancer. Today, it is fitting to share our client’s story, in the hopes of raising awareness of the dangers of asbestos. Ian’s story Our client Ian Fitzsimmons, 78, tragically died in March […] Read More…
Vince’s story: The dangers of silica dust Vince’s story: The dangers of silica dust If there’s one message our client Vince wants to pass on to future generations, it’s this: your life is more important than work. Vince has silicosis, a lung disease caused by inhalation of crystalline silica dust. Silica is a mineral found in soil, sand and many natural rocks […] Read More…
Stay safe on Victorian roads these holidays Stay safe on Victorian roads these holidays Holiday periods like Easter and Anzac Day sadly bring a spike in road trauma across Victoria. Already this year, 84 lives have been lost on Victorian roads—more than 60% (51) in country areas. Fatigue and distraction continue to pose serious risks. 16% of all crashes are linked to […] Read More…
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 landmark matter in employment law A landmark matter in employment law It was a landmark occasion for Arnold Thomas & Becker Lawyers on 16 October, with our lawyer Nick Korkliniewski instructing in the High Court of Australia in the matter of Elisha v Vision Australia Limited. “This matter is significant as it has given rise to several important questions […] Read More…
A close call: An important message for Motorcyclist Awareness month A close call: An important message for Motorcyclist Awareness month In the last five years, almost 200 motorcycle riders and pillion passengers have been killed on Victorian roads. October is Motorcyclist Awareness month – a cause particularly close to our client’s heart after he lost his leg in a senseless crash involving a motorist. On […] Read More…
A life turned upside down by a drink-driver A life turned upside down by a drink-driver Tim Stannage’s life changed forever the day a drink-driver slammed a car into his vehicle on an otherwise normal workday. The crash left our client with horrific back injuries that saw his T1 – at the top of his vertebrae – and T2 at the bottom – […] Read More…
A lasting message for riders and drivers: look out for each other A lasting message for riders and drivers: look out for each other While Motorcyclist Awareness Month is coming to an end, we want to remind everyone that motorbike safety extends beyond just one month, and that every moment on the road should be ‘motorcyclist aware’. Motorcyclist riders are the most vulnerable users on our roads […] Read More…
Scaffolding falls on the rise in Victoria Scaffolding falls on the rise in Victoria Arnold Thomas & Becker welcomes WorkSafe Victoria’s recently launched statewide blitz to tackle fall risks on building sites. The initiative was launched after nine Victorian workers died in 2023 as a result of falls from height, including four in the construction industry. “Falls from height are a leading […] Read More…
Work injury leads to amputation and decade-long road to recovery Work injury leads to amputation and decade-long road to recovery October is National Safe Work Month, held annually in October, to encourage all individuals and organisations to prioritise work health and safety (WHS) and take preventative action to reduce the number of work-related injuries, illnesses and fatalities. This year’s theme is “Safety is everyone’s business” […] Read More…