Administrative

Federal Court Orders Liquidation Despite Ongoing Appeal

The Federal Court ruled that despite a company's ongoing appeal against a debt judgment, it cannot avoid being wound up in insolvency if it fails to pay a statutory demand. The creditor successfully argued for immediate action without delay.

Judicial Review of Workers Compensation Decision on Permanent Impairment

Supreme Court Declares Review Panel's Certificate Void for Denial of Natural Justice

Federal Court Rejects Claimant’s Request to Re-Open Tax Dispute

In a case before the Federal Court, the claimant requested permission to reopen previous tax dispute cases and introduce additional evidence. However, the court ruled against this request, maintaining that such evidence should have been presented earlier in the proceedings.

Federal Court Rejects Application to Reopen Tax Proceedings

NSW Court of Appeal Rejects Reopening Orders Application

The NSW Court of Appeal rejected an application to reopen previous court orders, emphasising the need for procedural fairness and efficiency. The applicant, who was self-represented, attempted to challenge the restrictions placed on his ability to appeal certain decisions.

Federal Court Orders Claimant to Pay Respondent’s Costs After Discontinuing Appeal

In this case, the claimant discontinued their statutory appeal without identifying a legal issue as required by the Administrative Appeals Tribunal Act. As a result, they agreed to pay the respondent's costs, which were set at $4,455.

NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal Orders Timely Submission on Freedom of Information Appeal

The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal ordered the claimant to submit timely evidence regarding her application for review under the GIPA Act. The claimant requested access to information held by the respondent, and the Tribunal required her to prove that her application was made within the required timeframe.

Application for Leave to Appeal Dismissed Due to Lack of Reasonable Cause of Action

Federal Court Rejects Application for Costs Incurred in AAT

Conditions Imposed on Medical Practitioner's Registration Due to Misconduct

Claimant's Licence Applications Rejected for Public Safety Reasons

NSW Tribunal Orders Release of Medical Records

Federal Court dismisses challenge to Family Law fee regulation

Parliamentarians challenged a new regulation increasing fees for family law cases, arguing it was invalid because of previous regulations. However, the Federal Court dismissed their case, ruling that the new regulation was not 'the same in substance' as earlier ones and thus valid.

Medical Practitioner's Limited Registration Appeal Rejected

Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Motor Accidents Authority's Assessment

In this case, the plaintiff challenged the Motor Accidents Authority's assessment of causation and delegation. The court dismissed the challenge, ruling that the assessment complied with statutory requirements and guidelines.

Appeal Dismissed: Solicitor Removed From Roll Due To Professional Misconduct

Tax Exemption for Principal Place of Residence Dismissed

Application for Re-Registration of Medical Practitioner Dismissed

NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal Rejects Costs Application

The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal denied an application for costs, ruling that there were no special circumstances to warrant an award of costs. The Tribunal considered the statutory framework and guiding principles under the CAT Act and the Guardianship Act.