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Sex With a Patient at a Melbourne Bar – Professional Misconduct?
Melbourne GP, Dr Rizwan Sami, accused of professional misconduct allegations after he had sex with a female patient (‘the Patient’) whilst intoxicated in a Melbourne bar.The BackgroundThe Patient had been consulting Dr Sami since March 2017, attending 10 consultations with him. Within 4 weeks of their last consultation, Dr Sami and the Patient crossed paths at a nightclub, […]
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Triathlon Tumble: Compensation Awarded for Injuries caused by a Participant
Have you been injured during a competition or sporting event? If so, according to the new decision of James v USM Events Pty Ltd, the event organisers can be held liable for your injuries. The FactsThe Plaintiff, Dr James, enjoyed participating in triathlons. She had competed in a number of events in the past and was […]
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Gilmour v State of Queensland
In the 2013 District Court Decision of Gilmour v State of Queensland, a young lady was awarded $241,210.19 in damages for injuries she sustained after stepping into a hole on public property. The Plaintiff, Ms Gilmour, was a 39-year-old school teacher at a public school in the Hervey Bay area. She sustained a fracture to […]
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The Prominence of Psychological Injuries in Motor Vehicle Accidents
When people think of the types of injuries sustained as a result of motor vehicle accidents, they typically think of physical injuries, such as whiplash injuries, neck and back injuries, and broken bones. However, physical injuries are not the only type of injuries that can arise from motor vehicle accidents.what is a psychological injury?Psychological injuries […]
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How to Claim for Psychological Injuries Arising From a Motor Vehicle Accident
Driving is an essential part of the everyday life of Australians. Whether it is work, meeting up with friends or your weekly grocery shop, the majority of Australians drive a car, ride a motorcycle or bike, or take public transport to arrive at their destination. Unfortunately, as a result of our dependence on driving, motor vehicle […]
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Can You Claim Compensation for the Death or Severe Injury of a Loved One as a Result of a Motor Vehicle Accident?
Motor vehicle accidents have the capacity to cause great harm to the people most close to you. If a loved one is abruptly killed or injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident, it can cause one to experience severe psychological symptoms that far surpasses the typical grief reaction. If you have experienced a […]
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Triathlon Tumble: Compensation Awarded for Injuries Caused by a Participant
Have you been injured during a competition or sporting event? If so, according to the new decision of James v USM Events Pty Ltd, the event organisers can be held liable for your injuries. The FactsThe Plaintiff, Dr James, enjoyed participating in triathlons. She had competed in a number of events in the past and was signed […]
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Is a Party Host Responsible for Their Guests’ Actions?
It was meant to be a night of celebration for Mr and Mrs Ryan as they celebrated the 21st birthday of their son. Hosting a party with ‘a hundred and something . . . young ones’ at their large property, the couple expected a little ruckus. What they were not prepared for, however, was for the […]
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<img class=”tve_image wp-image-42839″ alt=”” data-id=”42839″ width=”215″ height=”62″ title=”MCW Legal SBS Logo Normal” src=”https://mcwlegal.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/MCW-Legal-SBS-Logo-Normal.png?x33085&x33085&x33085&x33085″ data-css=”tve-u-1727d3d01c6″ style=”” data-width=”215″ data-height=”62″ data-init-width=”480″ data-init-height=”137″ loading=”lazy”> Claim Resource Centre Free Step-By-Step Plan FAQs Free Resources Claimant Stories Contact 15-Second Claim Check We can all agree that when we’re making applications for funding, whether it’s for a bank loan or whether it’s […]
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