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Resource hub: Legislative reform of the building and construction industry in NSW

The NSW Government has introduced sweeping legislative changes that are intended to regain public confidence in the building and construction industry. The new legislation, in particular the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020, will have a significant effect on establishing the liability of design and building practitioners within the construction industry and how they are […]

By : Anja Vogel Oct 30, 2020 Comments Off

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Ipswich City Councillors’ claim for reinstatement dismissed with costs

In an otherwise no costs jurisdiction, the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission recently ordered costs against former Ipswich City Councillors who were seeking reinstatement and remuneration. Wotton Kearney acted for the Ipswich City Council in successfully defending the proceedings and obtaining the costs orders. In this article, Raisa Conchin and Manja Lalovic explain why this decision […]

By : Anja Vogel Oct 16, 2020 Comments Off

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Changes to professional indemnity requirements for solicitors in New Zealand

The New Zealand Law Society is amending the minimum standards regarding professional indemnity insurance for lawyers in New Zealand. The changes, which will come into effect from 4 April 2021, are material and relate to coverage levels and disclosure requirements. Wotton Kearney’s Alison Cupples and Mathew Francis look at these obligations and the associated issues […]

By : Anja Vogel Oct 12, 2020 Comments Off

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Government’s spotlight on cyber

The growing dependence on technology and our hurried transition to remote working as a result of the pandemic has increased opportunities for malicious cyber-actors to target vulnerable organisations. Wotton Kearney’s Australian Cyber Team Kieran Doyle talks to Insurance NEWS on the impact on the insurance industry of the government’s efforts to improve Australia’s cyber-resilience and […]

By : Anja Vogel Oct 8, 2020 Comments Off

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Addressing the asbestos legacy – managing risks with EIL insurance

Governments around the country are focused on addressing Australia’s asbestos legacy through regulation and remediation. As dealing with asbestos is both expensive and highly regulated, many unscrupulous parties continue to be involved in illegal activities, such as dumping and fake certification – often at a high cost to others. In this article, Charu Stevenson and […]

By : Anja Vogel Oct 7, 2020 Comments Off

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Digital reform initiatives to reboot NSW building industry

The NSW Government is implementing building reforms with the aim of changing the culture and capability of the NSW building industry. Two key digital initiatives are designed to boost both compliance and long-term confidence. In this article, Charu Stevenson and Robert Finnigan look at how these changes will better inform insurers in assessing and pricing risk. Click […]

By : Anja Vogel Oct 6, 2020 Comments Off

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Recent abuse cases offer further guidance

There have been three recent cases involving abuse matters that provide further guidance on how the courts are addressing some key liability, damages and limitation issues. These issues include: the need for specific evidence about the level of impact of limitation periods in considering applications to set aside settlements in institutional abuse matters the importance […]

By : Anja Vogel Sep 24, 2020 Comments Off

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Wotton Kearney expands liability senior team – with more to come

Wotton Kearney has appointed James Clohesy, a highly regarded insurance liability specialist, as Special Counsel in its Sydney office. James is known for his excellent work in advising on property and construction third party claims, as well as intentional torts, general and product liability matters. James, who will be joined by two more colleagues from […]

By : Anja Vogel Sep 23, 2020 Comments Off

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Get to know Dean Pinto, new partner and financial lines specialist

In our next Q&A with recently promoted senior lawyers, we get to know Sydney partner and financial lines specialist Dean Pinto. Tell us about your journey to becoming a partner at W+K I had never given thought to insurance law until looking for a job after university. I accepted a paralegal position in the insurance […]

By : Anja Vogel Sep 17, 2020 Comments Off

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The value of statutory liability cover in an increasingly regulated world

In the post Royal Commission world, regulator activity in Australia has reached new levels. Increased public scrutiny and greater government funding has meant that regulators are encouraged to take significant amounts of investigation and enforcement action against offending businesses. While there has been a brief hiatus due to the impact of COVID-19, various regulators have […]

By : Anja Vogel Sep 14, 2020 Comments Off

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