Hurt by a Falling Tree or Storm Debris in Queensland? Who Is Responsible

Queensland storm season runs from roughly October to April, and every year it brings the same injuries. A branch comes down on someone walking to their car. A cyclist hits a tree lying across a dark bike path. A driver rounds a bend and there is a gum tree across the road. A neighbour helping … Read more

Injured at a Major Public Event? Public Liability and the Ekka’s 150th Year

Entrance sign at the Ekka, the Royal Queensland Show in Brisbane

This August, the Royal Queensland Show, the Ekka, celebrates its 150th anniversary, running from 8 to 16 August 2026 at the Brisbane Showgrounds in Bowen Hills. With more than 400,000 people expected through the gates over nine days, it is one of the largest gatherings in Queensland each year. Events of this scale are, on … Read more

Slip & fall claims that lost at trial

When considering bringing a public liability claim for injuries sustained in public places or at work, it’s essential to understand the potential challenges and legal risks involved. Not every claim for personal injury brought before the court is successful. Evaluating the merits of your potential claim early and carefully is critical to knowing whether or … Read more

Slipped over at a shopping centre? – The 20 Minute Warning

If you’ve slipped over at a supermarket or shopping centre and sustained a personal injury, your ability to be successful in claiming compensation under public liability insurance can depend on one single element: when did the spillage occur?  In Queensland, the standard for cleaning rotations of publicly used spaces (such as shopping centres) is 15-20 … Read more