‘Ignorance is not an option’: Family claims companies caused father’s slow asbestos death ‘Ignorance is not an option’: Family claims companies caused father’s slow asbestos death The daughter of a man killed by deadly asbestos poisoning says her family was forced to watch her “loyal and generous” father slowly die. Ian Fitzsimmons, 78, died in March after a years-long battle with illnesses his family claim were the result […] Read More…
New WorkCover laws leaving injured Victorian workers behind New WorkCover laws leaving injured Victorian workers behind New controversial WorkCover laws have created the most dramatic reduction in support for injured Victorians in more than a decade, lawyers claim. Major changes to the workers compensation scheme were introduced across the state in March this year including new whole person impairment requirements. This means injured workers must […] Read More…
WorkSafe Victoria data reveals thousands of claims paid out to injured teachers and tertiary staff WorkSafe Victoria data reveals thousands of claims paid out to injured teachers and tertiary staff More than $50m has been paid out to Victorian teachers and tertiary staff who were injured on the job in the past two years, with experts blaming the “explosion” of compensation claims on aggressive students and staff bullies. WorkSafe data […] Read More…
Disability support worker suing former employer after thumb bitten off in attack Disability support worker suing former employer after thumb bitten off in attack A disability support worker is suing her former employer after her thumb was bitten off during a violent prolonged assault by a client. Jamie Reardon said she suffered 17 bite wounds, fractured her foot, had her hair ripped out and tip of her […] Read More…
Crown waiter claims high-roller smoke caused his lung cancer Crown waiter claims high-roller smoke caused his lung cancer A Crown casino waiter diagnosed with terminal lung cancer has launched legal action against the gambling giant after he was regularly exposed to second-hand tobacco smoke in one of the venue’s high-roller rooms. Dien Nguyen alleges in a Supreme Court writ that his job in the […] Read More…
Former road maintenance worker Glenn Dorain set to sue Brimbank Council after spider bite Former road maintenance worker Glenn Dorain set to sue Brimbank Council after spider bite A former council worker who had part of his foot amputated after a spider bite says his colleagues were offered bug spray when they raised concerns about workplace safety. Glenn Dorain was employed by Brimbank Council as a road maintenance worker […] Read More…
Victims exposed in court hack ‘unlikely’ to be able to sue: legal expert Victims exposed in court hack ‘unlikely’ to be able to sue: legal expert Sex abuse victims and underworld informants whose testimonies could be leaked online after a hack of the Victorian court system are highly unlikely to be able to sue for damages. Court Services Victoria confirmed this week that hackers had gained access to […] Read More…
Sick ex-stonemason Vilisunia Fakalata wins record silicosis payout from five former employers Sick ex-stonemason Vilisunia Fakalata wins record silicosis payout from five former employers A former stonemason who was diagnosed with an incurable lung disease after inhaling silica dust for more than 20 years has been awarded one of the highest payouts in Victorian history after he took five of his employers to court. Vilisunia Fakalata used […] Read More…
CrossFit athlete’s spine almost severed in workout with faulty gymnastics equipment CrossFit athlete’s spine almost severed in workout with faulty gymnastics equipment An aspiring athlete has been awarded a million dollar payout after suffering major spinal injuries while using faulty gymnastics equipment. 35-year-old Damien broke his neck during a home workout as he tried to complete a muscle up, pulling one’s entire body weight over a […] Read More…
A life-changing injury at Tough Mudder A life-changing injury at Tough Mudder Our client Andrew Dawkins suffered life-changing injuries during a Tough Mudder event. Mr Dawkins alleges he was seriously injured while attempting the “Electroshock Therapy” obstacle, which requires participants to run through a field of hanging live wires carrying up to 10,000 volts of electricity. Andrew was hit by the […] Read More…