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Peterkin v Tadros

The Court found the GP negligent for failing to properly investigate rectal bleeding and tenesmus, causing delayed cancer diagnosis and reduced life expectancy.

  • Duty of care
  • Standard of care under s 5o civil liability act 2002 (nsw)
  • Breach of duty
  • Causation
  • Loss of life expectancy
  • Contributory negligence
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Lavis v Amaca Pty Ltd

Lavis v Amaca Pty Ltd [2018] NSWDDT 6

Mesothelioma damages assessment following asbestos exposure. The Tribunal awarded damages, including gratuitous care and superannuation loss, and granted a stay on part of the judgment.

  • Mesothelioma
  • Damages assessment
  • Superannuation loss
  • Gratuitous care
  • Loss of life expectancy
  • Asbestos-exposure
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