Supreme Court of New South Wales case law
Judgments from the Supreme Court of New South Wales with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
Claimant Granted Leave to Amend Pleading in Defamation Case
Four Imputations Allowed in Defamation Trial - NSW Supreme Court Decision
In a defamation case, the plaintiff sued a broadcaster over a news segment. The court decided that all four claims made by the plaintiff could go to trial, rejecting the broadcaster's objections.
Supreme Court Rejects Adjournment Request in Contempt Case
In a contempt case, the Supreme Court of NSW refused an adjournment application from a self-represented litigant seeking more time to pursue appeals and provide citations. The litigant claimed they needed more time due to recent changes in their financial circumstances. However, the court determined that the litigant had previously had sufficient opportunities to pursue these appeals and provide citations.
Supreme Court Upholds Denial of Working with Children Clearance Due to Risk to Children
Crown Allowed to Revive Witness Memory Using Document
Restraining Order Issued Against Suspected Drug Trafficker
The New South Wales Crime Commission successfully obtained a restraining order against a suspect accused of drug trafficking. The court agreed to the order after reviewing evidence presented by the commission, including seized drugs and cash.
Supreme Court Allows Medical Intervention Over Patient’s Refusal
Supreme Court Orders Separate Hearing on Liability Issues
Supreme Court Admits Tendency Evidence in Domestic Violence Case
In a domestic violence case, the Supreme Court of NSW allowed evidence showing the defendant's history of violent and controlling behavior towards former domestic partners. The court determined that this evidence was important enough to be considered by the jury, despite potential negative effects on the defendant.
Murder Trial Letter from Solicitor Rejected Due to Legal Privilege
Judicial Review Upholds Claimant's Application for Costs
Just and Equitable Ground for Winding Up Company Due to Shareholder Dispute
Murder and Manslaughter Sentences for Joint Criminal Enterprise
Costs Applications Dismissed and Mediation Ordered in NSW Supreme Court Case
NSW Supreme Court Rejects Plaintiff's Offer of Compromise
In this case, the plaintiff made an offer of compromise to settle the proceedings. However, the Court determined that the offer did not represent a true element of compromise and therefore did not grant a special costs order. The ruling was based on the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 2005 (NSW).
Supreme Court Issues Costs Orders for Call Option Dispute
In this case, two companies disputed the terms of a call option agreement that allowed one company to repurchase shares in their joint venture. After extensive legal proceedings and a reference to determine the amount of consideration payable, the Court ordered the defendant to pay the plaintiff's costs due to unreasonable conduct during the reference process.
Supreme Court Orders Security for Costs in Defamation Case Against Foreign Resident
Court Declares Lease Invalid Due to Statutory Non-Compliance
Supreme Court Directions for Funding Trials
Supreme Court Rejects Employer's Attempt to Restrict Former Employee
The Supreme Court of New South Wales ruled against an employer's request to stop a former employee from working for a competitor. The court determined that the restrictions violated public policy and were therefore invalid.