Under Victorian law, the rights of plaintiffs injured at work or in transport accidents to commence damages proceedings are prohibited unless they have suffered a “serious injury”. What is a “serious injury”? In this episode, we delve into the important decision of the Victorian Court of Appeal in Haden Engineering v McKinnon (2010) 31 VR 1, in particular the judgment of President Maxwell, who set out a “check-list” of factors which may be relevant to determining the issue.

Under Victorian law, the rights of plaintiffs injured at work or in transport accidents to commence damages proceedings are prohibited unless they have suffered a “serious injury”. What is a “serious injury”? In this episode, we delve into the important decision of the Victorian Court of Appeal in Haden Engineering v McKinnon (2010) 31 VR 1, in particular the judgment of President Maxwell, who set out a “check-list” of factors which may be relevant to determining the issue.

Welcome to "Res Ispa Loquitur" with Paul Czarnota, award-winning barrister and law lecturer, serving up your shortcut to legal wisdom.

In each episode, we navigate the intricate world of torts, insurance, and personal injuries and break down recent and important cases - by delivering short, sharp, and easy-to-digest summaries.

This is for time-poor practitioners, eager law students, and anyone with a curious mind.

We unpack cases under Australian law and beyond, ensuring you stay ahead of the legal curve.

Subscribe now to "Res Ispa Loquitur", your go-to library of legal clarity.

Connect: paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au

*Disclaimer: This is for education purposes only and not to be used as a substitute for legal advice.

Welcome to "Res Ispa Loquitur" with Paul Czarnota, award-winning barrister and law lecturer, serving up your shortcut to legal wisdom.
In each episode, we navigate the intricate world of torts, insurance, and personal injuries and break down recent and important cases - by delivering short, sharp, and easy-to-digest summaries.
This is for time-poor practitioners, eager law students, and anyone with a curious mind.
We unpack cases under Australian law and beyond, ensuring you stay ahead of the legal curve.
Subscribe now to "Res Ispa Loquitur", your go-to library of legal clarity.
Connect: <a href="mailto:paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au">paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au</a>
*Disclaimer: This is for education purposes only and not to be used as a substitute for legal advice.

Res Ipsa Loquitur

Welcome to "Res Ispa Loquitur" with Paul Czarnota, award-winning barrister and law lecturer, serving up your shortcut to legal wisdom.
In each episode, we navigate the intricate world of torts, insurance, and personal injuries and break down recent and important cases - by delivering short, sharp, and easy-to-digest summaries.
This is for time-poor practitioners, eager law students, and anyone with a curious mind.
We unpack cases under Australian law and beyond, ensuring you stay ahead of the legal curve.
Subscribe now to "Res Ispa Loquitur", your go-to library of legal clarity.
Connect: <a href="mailto:paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au">paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au</a>
*Disclaimer: This is for education purposes only and not to be used as a substitute for legal advice.