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Patience is a virtue!
I always remember the advice I received as a young insurance broker when I was waiting for an important deal. I was managing the timing, and I needed the deal early. The underwriter was polite enough to tell me, if you want an answer now, I will give it to you now and its no. But if you wait until next week, I will properly consider it.
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Why contingency fees should extend beyond class actions in Victorian civil litigation
Argument for expanding contingency fee arrangements beyond class actions to all civil litigation in Victoria, examining the benefits for clients and proper regulatory frameworks needed for implementation.
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Builders, plumbers and homeowners be aware of new legislation and 28-day time limits
Critical information about new 28-day time limits for VCAT appeals under the Building Legislation Amendment (Buyer Protection) Act for rectification orders and first resort insurance decisions effective July 2026.
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Don't contact the expert witness and why proper instruction processes matter in litigation
Guidance on maintaining proper boundaries between clients and expert witnesses in building, property and insurance litigation to protect legal privilege, independence and case success.
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New domestic building dispute regime jurisdictional concerns for the Building and Property Commission
Analysis of potential jurisdictional limitations facing the Building and Property Commission's new dispute regime when federal matters or interstate parties are involved, based on Burns v Corbett and related case law.
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