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.
Sentence for Manslaughter and Accessory After the Fact in NSW Supreme Court
Supreme Court Refuses Transfer to Land and Environment Court
The Supreme Court refused to transfer proceedings from itself to the Land and the address, ruling that a claimant's action seeking a declaration that a council's resolution was void did not fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the latter.
Order for Specific Performance of Real Estate Contract
Supreme Court Reviews Expert Reports and Cost Orders
Claimant's Attempt to Amend Defamation Imputation Dismissed
Appeal Dismissed: Tribunal's Costs Award Upheld
In this case, the claimant appealed the Tribunal's decision to award costs to the respondent. The court upheld the Tribunal's decision, stating that it correctly exercised its discretion under the relevant legislation. The appeal was dismissed.
Directors win defamation case over property sale lies
Discharge Application Denied in Defamation and False Imprisonment Case
Contract Not Frustrated Due to Temporary Inability
Employee Held Liable for Own Injury Despite Employer's Safety Instructions
Statutory Demand Set Aside Due to Genuine Disputes in Plumbing Contract Case
Compensation Awarded for Paraplegia Caused by Workplace Accident
Increase in Legal Expenses Allowed, Specific Fund Access Denied
Security for Costs Ordered for Plaintiff Residing Outside State
In a defamation case, the NSW Supreme Court ordered the plaintiff to provide security for the defendant's costs in the amount of $40,000. The plaintiff resided outside the state, leading to the court's decision to require security for costs.
Notice of Rescission Must Be Clear and Timely
Stay of Supreme Court Proceedings Pending IRC Decision
The court decided to pause the proceedings in the Supreme Court until the Industrial Relations Commission makes a decision on a related contract issue. This decision was made to ensure that the contract's final form is determined before the Supreme Court can rule on the case.
Appeal Allowed: Injury Not Caused By Vehicle Defect
Rateable Distribution of Trust Funds Ordered Due to Tracing Impossibility
Supreme Court Rules State Liable for School Accident Injuries
A student was injured after falling from a balcony while at school. The case went to the Supreme Court of New South Wales where it was determined that the State had been negligent in supervising the child and providing safe facilities. As a result, significant compensation was awarded to the claimant.
Claimant's Relief Under Corporations Act 2001 Dismissed by NSW Supreme Court
The claimant asked the NSW Supreme Court for relief under the Corporations Act 2001, claiming that the defendants had oppressed them. However, the court dismissed the claim because there wasn't enough proof that the claimant's investment was damaged.