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Tips and Guidelines on Giving Evidence in Civil Proceedings

September 1, 2026

Giving evidence can significantly influence the outcome of a case, and understanding the process is key to presenting clear, credible and effective evidence.

Update: What comes next in the Big Build Royal Commission

August 31, 2026

On 20 August 2026, Victorian Premier Ben Carroll announced the Royal Commissioner for the Big Build investigation and released the Letters Patent, which outline the investigation's purpose. These documents establish the Government's expectations and provide the framework for the Big Build Royal Commission.

ASIC’s Enforcement of Internal Dispute Resolution Standards: What ASIC v Telstra Super Means for Financial Services Licensees

August 24, 2026

A landmark Federal Court decision clarifies ASIC’s power to require financial services licensees to maintain robust complaint handling processes, timely IDR responses and compliant delay notifications.

Successor in Title Liability under Section 16(5) of the Water Act 1989 (Vic): The Role of Financial Circumstances in Casdaus Pty Ltd v Nichols [2026] VCAT 483

August 21, 2026

Casdaus Pty Ltd v Nichols [2026] VCAT 483 confirms that under section 16(5) of the Water Act 1989 (Vic), current property owners can be liable for unreasonable water flows originating on their land, even if caused by a predecessor, with financial hardship providing a defence only in rare cases of extreme disadvantage.

The Big Investigation: What to expect from Victoria’s Big Build Royal Commission

August 12, 2026

Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has announced a Royal Commission into the ‘Big Build’. While the terms of reference are yet to be finalised, the inquiry is expected to examine the infiltration of criminal activity and corruption within Victoria’s construction industry, particularly on government infrastructure projects. If you expect to be called to give evidence to the Commission or that evidence given may concern you, it is important to seek prompt legal advice about your rights and what is required from you.

Australian Financial Services Licences: Broader Than You Think – Lessons from ASIC v Web3 Ventures

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July 8, 2026

The High Court's decision in Australian Securities and Investments Commission v Web3 Ventures Pty Ltd [2026] HCA 21 (ASIC v Web3) is a timely reminder that the Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) regime is far broader than many advisers appreciate.

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