What do you do after a bicycle accident?
According to Australian Automobile Association (AAA), the number of cyclist fatalities in Australia has actually doubled over the last three years. When going out for your regular bike ride, the last thing you expect is to be involved in an accident. But cyclists are especially vulnerable on the roads, and it does happen. What if […]
PPE requirements during COVID-19. What you need to know
By: Sach Fernando COVID-19 has changed the world in so many ways, including how we work. Living in a pandemic is new to all of us, so it’s understandable that there is some confusion about what to do and what not to do. Here’s what you need to know about COVID-19 and PPE. What is […]
Bullied At Work? Know Your Rights.
By: Shane Don and Sach Fernando Your workplace should be free from bullying, harassment or discrimination. Unfortunately, for countless workers this is not the case. Bullying in the workplace can have adverse toll on an employee’s psychological health, often compromising their capacity to continue in their chosen career. What is workplace bullying? WorkSafe Victoria provides […]
Amending Pleadings After Issuing Proceedings
By: Sach Fernando Andrew Gardiner v Robert Forsyth [2020] VCC 413 Principles of case management require Courts to not only consider the interest of justice, but also public interest in proper and efficient use of court resources. The ruling of Her Honour Judge Tsalamandris pertains to the Plaintiff’s application to make amendments to the […]
Strictly Confidential
By: Sach Fernando Subpoenas are commonly issued in litigation to investigate various aspects of a case. In personal injury litigation subpoenas are primarily issued for the purposes of assessing the authenticity or severity of a Plaintiff’s injuries – considerations that are fundamental in the assessment of their damages. Where the documents sought contain confidential communication […]
Serious Injury Case Note: Kaos v ISS Security [2017] VCC 379
By: Sach Fernando Despite the Plaintiff suffering an acquired brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder, the VWA denied his serious injury certificate. The matter was heard by His Honour Judge Saccardo, who found in favour of the Plaintiff. Background The Plaintiff was a 45-year-old former loss prevention officer employed by the Defendant. On 26 […]
A REAL EYE-OPENER: Thomas Vogel v Shecky Pty Ltd [2016] VCC 1600
By: Sach Fernando Background: The Plaintiff was a 47 year old German born man who lived with his wife and two young children. He was employed with the Defendant in 2005 as a crowd controller, working 11 hours per week on a part time basis. In addition to this work, the Plaintiff also worked […]
Sach Fernando
Principal, Maxiom Injury Lawyers
Sach Fernando is a leading lawyer and Specialist in Personal Injury law, accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria.