If you have been injured at work an experienced lawyer can advise you of your rights and help you to claim workers compensation. The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) regulates and administers the workers compensation system in New South Wales. This is a...Read More
2016 saw a major overhaul of strata legislation in NSW with over 90 changes. With more than a quarter of NSW’s population living or owning in a strata these changes will effect many of us. This is part 2 in our series summarising some of the major changes and...Read More
Aldi Foods Pty Ltd v Young [2016] NSWCA 109 Background On 22 July 2009, a 52 year old woman named Susan Young was shopping at an Aldi Supermarket in New South Wales. An employee of Aldi was unpacking and restocking strawberries from a ‘pallet jack’ trolley. The pallet...Read More
There are a number of defences which may be appropriate to defend against a claim of defamation, such as: Truth – if a defamatory statement is objectively true, a claim in defamation can be defeated. Fair comment/honest opinion – a defamatory statement can...Read More
1. Go to your doctor When you have been discharged from hospital, you should follow up with your GP as soon as you are able, to involve them in your ongoing treatment. They will be able to refer for any further tests, to see specialists of seek psychological...Read More
We are proud to announce that Simpson Partners Lawyers is a Finalist in the Sutherland Shire Local Business Awards 2014 within the category of Professional Services. Finalists are determined based on the businesses receiving the highest number of nominations from the...Read More
