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State of the Nation 2026 Report: A guide to personal injury claims across Australia
Australia's personal injury landscape continues to evolve at pace. While each jurisdiction retains its distinct legislative framework, 2026 has seen a sharpening of the differences that matter most to insurers, particularly in pre-litigation processes, limitation regimes, and the assessment of damages. Our State of the Nation Report for 2026 distils the procedural rules, limitation periods and damages frameworks that shape claims outcomes in each Australian state and territory. From highly ...
MBIE updates the construction sector on proportionate liability, earthquake-prone buildings, self-certification and more
By: Sam Hider, Antony Holden, Misha Henaghan, Mathew Francis, Richie Flinn, Katie Shanks Today, the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment in New Zealand (MBIE) hosted a webinar on the work it is doing across a variety of building reforms. These reforms affect liability exposure, insurance settings, compliance costs and the building consent process. The key updates include: Proportionate liability legislation is advanced but awaiting introduction; Earthquake-prone building reform is ...
Wotton Kearney announces 57 promotions, including 6 new Partners
Wotton Kearney has announced 57 promotions across the firm, effective 1 July 2026. This includes the elevation of 6 new Partners, 13 Special Counsel, 16 Senior Associates, 11 Associates and 11 from our Business Services teams. Welcoming our new Partners Doug Heard – Professional & Financial Risks / Property, Energy & Infrastructure, Perth Doug advises insurers and corporate insureds on property damage, construction, product liability, professional indemnity and complex coverage ...