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.
Sentencing for Manslaughter in Joint Criminal Enterprise
Family Provision Claim Successful in NSW Supreme Court
Supreme Court Rejects Application to Set Aside Judgment
Claimant Entitled to Three-Quarters of Property Based on Equitable Estoppel
The claimant, a daughter of the deceased, claimed an equitable estate by way of estoppel and provision out of the estate under the Family Provision Act. She argued that she had relied on promises made by her father regarding her inheritance. The court ruled that the claimant is entitled to three-quarters of the property based on her detrimental reliance on these promises.
Terrorism Offences Under Criminal Code - NSW Supreme Court Judgment
The court reviewed charges related to terrorism offences under the Criminal Code. The case focused on whether certain counts in the indictment were duplicious. The court determined that the charges were valid under the relevant sections of the Criminal Code.
Sentence Reduced for Defendant with Mental Disability
Acquitted of Driving Under Influence Due to Honest Mistake
The claimant was charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol. He argued that his drink was spiked without his knowledge, leading to an honest and reasonable mistake of fact. The court agreed and acquitted him.
Supreme Court Approves Settlement and Tutor Resignation
Executor's Sale Does Not Confer Benefit, Specific Legacies Adeemed
Statutory Demand Set Aside Due to Deficiencies and Genuine Dispute
Adjustment of Property Interests in De Facto Relationships
Vendor Must Transfer Land Free of Encumbrances Under Open Contract
Admissibility of Expert Evidence in Complex Litigation
In this complex litigation, the court reviewed the admissibility of various items of expert evidence, applying the Evidence Act 1995 (NSW) criteria. The judgment provides guidance on the admissibility of expert evidence in legal proceedings.
Admissibility of Expert Financial Reports in Complex Case
Supreme Court Defers Sentencing for Mental Health Assessment
Appeal Dismissed Due to Insufficient Evidence
Sofa Description Appeal Dismissed by NSW Supreme Court
The plaintiffs appealed a decision about a sofa's description, arguing that the sofa did not match the photograph in the catalogue. The appeal was dismissed because the plaintiffs could not prove any legal basis for their claim.