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The New South Wales Court of Appeal dismissed an employer’s appeal in a negligence claim arising from a documentary, holding psychiatric harm was reasonably foreseeable.
The Court of Appeal dismissed Hunter Water Corporation’s appeal and the cross-appeal, upholding liability in private nuisance over a ruptured water main.
Fazldeen v State of New South Wales [2025] NSWDC 41
The plaintiff failed to prove a sexual relationship with a school staff member and, in any event, did not prove causation or loss. The claim was dismissed.
The High Court held that Federal Circuit Court orders were valid unless set aside, upheld judicial immunity for Judge Vasta, and rejected false imprisonment claims against those acting on the orders.
State of New South Wales v Cullen [2024] NSWCA 310
The Court of Appeal upheld the State’s appeal in a police negligence and battery case arising from an Invasion Day rally, setting aside judgment for Ms Cullen.
The Court of Appeal dismissed Hornsby Shire Council’s appeal in a playground negligence case, holding the council breached its duty by not addressing the uneven surface.
Lee v The Council of the City of Sydney [2024] NSWDC 69
The District Court found for the Council after concluding the plaintiff had not proved he tripped on the raised paver and had not shown actual knowledge under s 45.
Salman v Hornsby Shire Council [2023] NSWDC 506
The court ruled on admissibility of a playground-safety expert report, excluding its section on injury causation and cognition but admitting the rest.
Williams, William v Williams, William [2023] NSWDC 10
The District Court held that $213,000 paid into the defendant son’s account was held for the plaintiff father, not gifted, and ordered repayment plus interest.
Richard Gillam v Cumberland Council [2021] NSWDC 538
Personal injury claim over a wrist injury during high-pressure hose work failed after the court rejected the plaintiff’s account of how the accident happened.
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