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.
Not Guilty Verdict Due to Mental Illness in Murder Trial
Interest Not Awarded Under Mortgage Without Stipulation
NSW Supreme Court Rules Equal Contribution Required
Trustee Ordered to Pay Beneficiaries Sums Owing Plus Interest
Employer Not Liable for Unsafe Workplace Conditions
NSW Supreme Court Denies Guardian Appointment for Minor Contesting Administration
The NSW Supreme Court denied the request to appoint a guardian for a minor to contest a claim for administration because there wasn't enough evidence to support the minor's claim. The court wanted to avoid unnecessary legal action.
Power of Attorney Remains Valid After One Donor Dies
Solicitor's Duty to Advise Client on Conflicting Interests
Murder Sentence with Sexual Assault - Supreme Court of NSW
The Supreme Court of NSW sentenced a man to 19 years in prison for murdering an elderly woman and sexually assaulting her. The non-parole period is 14 years, reflecting the seriousness of the crime.
Application for Amendment Dismissed in Bankruptcy Case
NSW Supreme Court Dismisses Budget Dispute Application in Retirement Village Case
Supreme Court Grants Vacation Due to Lack of Preparation
Admissibility of DNA Evidence in Criminal Trials
Supreme Court Rules in favour of Plaintiff in Medical Negligence Case
A man was attacked and suffered a head injury. He received inadequate medical care and later developed severe brain damage. The court found the hospital negligent for not providing proper advice before discharging the patient.
Sentencing for Manslaughter with Mental Health Impairment - Supreme Court of NSW
Supreme Court Rules Property Transfer Not Intended to Defraud Creditors
Journalist's Testimony Allowed in Defamation Case
In a defamation case, the court decided that a journalist could provide evidence about an article they wrote. This evidence was considered important for proving that the statements in question were about matters of public interest.
Claimant Successfully Claims Beneficial Ownership of Property
The Supreme Court of NSW ruled in favour of the claimant, declaring them the beneficial owner of the property and recognising a debt owed by the deceased. The case centered around a property dispute where the claimant argued that the property was transferred without consideration, leading to a resulting trust in their favour.
Limited Access to Confidential Documents Under Subpoena
Successful Claim Against Solicitors for Failure to Advise on Land Status
The claimant sued the defendants for professional negligence after the defendants failed to advise on the status of a closed road through the purchased property. The court awarded damages to the claimant for the defendants' negligence.