Vasales v Li [2021] NSWCATAP 295
The landlord failed to demonstrate either an error of law or grounds sufficient for granting leave to appeal; the Tribunal correctly applied the law regarding fair wear and tear, the claims for compensation were not substantiated, and no substantial miscarriage of justice was established.
- Parties
- Appellant: Maria Vasales; First Respondent: Xinyue Li; Second Respondent: Chaoran Wang
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Judgment Date
- 29 September 2021
- Procedural Posture
- Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal and Appeal Determination
- Outcome
- Appeal dismissed; application for leave to appeal dismissed
- Legal Topics
- Compensation for Property Damage, Rent Arrears, Fair Wear and Tear, Bond Return
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Parties
Maria Vasales
Appellant
Xinyue Li
First Respondent
Chaoran Wang
Second Respondent
Procedural Posture
Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal and Appeal Determination
Legal Issues
- 1 Was the Tribunal's decision regarding compensation for property damage and outstanding rent correct?
- 2 Did the Tribunal misapply s 51(3) of the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW)?
- 3 Should leave to appeal be granted based on alleged miscarriage of justice?
Ratio Decidendi
The landlord failed to demonstrate either an error of law or grounds sufficient for granting leave to appeal; the Tribunal correctly applied the law regarding fair wear and tear, the claims for compensation were not substantiated, and no substantial miscarriage of justice was established.
Court Disposition
Appeal dismissed; application for leave to appeal dismissed
Orders
- Application for leave to appeal dismissed
- Appeal otherwise dismissed
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