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Expert witnesses are so crucial to legal proceedings
Expert witnesses can make or break your case, but many reports submitted to VCAT fail to meet basic requirements. This post highlights four critical shortcomings frequently observed in building and Water Act proceedings: experts who act as advocates rather than independent advisors, opinions extending beyond qualifications, premature Scott Schedules, and incomplete declarations—all of which can undermine your case's credibility.
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VBA corruption investigation, options for affected homeowners
We are actively investigating recovery avenues for homeowners who have suffered financial losses or defective construction work from builders potentially involved in the alleged Victorian Building Authority bribery scheme.
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Victoria's Surveillance Devices Act
The Surveillance Devices Act 1999 establishes criminal penalties for violations while providing specific exemptions for law enforcement. This increasingly relevant legislation affects both personal privacy and workplace surveillance practices.
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Key requirements to consider in VCAT Expert Witness Reports
When working with expert witnesses at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), it is essential to understand the requirements outlined in the VCAT Practice Note PNVCAT2 Expert Evidence (PN) and Schedule 3 of the VCAT Act (Schedule).
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VMIA under scrutiny: domestic building insurance claims
The Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA) is currently under investigation by Ombudsman Marlo Baragwanath regarding its handling of domestic building insurance (DBI) claims.
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