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Moray & Agnew has again contributed to the Chambers and Partners ‘Insurance & Reinsurance’ Global Practice Guide for 2025. Authors Michael Polorotoff, Emily Daffy, Jeremy Peck and Scott Cowell have reviewed the trends and developments in the Australian insurance and reinsurance industry over the past year and offer valuable insights into the state of the Insurance market. Read our chapter below. https://lnkd.in/gA48eAVH #morayagnew

Meet one of our newest Partners, Adam Stevens. Learn about his journey to law, his golf mission and what drew him to Moray & Agnew. https://lnkd.in/gcya2A-y #morayagnew #meetus

In a recent case, the Court of Appeal clarified the scope of access to the benefit of the uninsured liability scheme. The court ruled that access to the scheme is restricted to claims involving "injuries" as defined under the 1987 Act, excluding dust diseases like silicosis. This decision offers important clarity for litigants in dust disease cases, particularly where employers are uninsured, by confirming that the uninsured liability scheme is not liable to cover claims for common law damages related to dust diseases. Author Stephen Taylor-Jones discusses in this Insurance Directions. https://lnkd.in/gXVN-X6g #morayagnew

Moray & Agnew Melbourne held an exclusive networking event this week with guest speaker the Hon. Danny Pearson, Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs and Minister for Finance. Hosted by Melbourne Managing Partner, Bill Papastergiadis OAM Papastergiadis and Partner, Radhika Kanhai, in collaboration with the Indian Business Network, the event brought together professionals from diverse industries for an engaging and insightful discussion on Victoria’s economic landscape and housing market. It was a fantastic evening, thank you to everyone who attended.

Last weekend Ben Mason, Fiona Nelson and Brooke Dennington from Moray & Agnew took on the Cerebral Palsy Alliance Krazy Kosci Klimb, joining Sarah and her family as they conquered Mt Kosciuszko! Together they raised an incredible $22,000 in support of the Health & Wellness Program at Cerebral Palsy Alliance, helping to improve the lives of people living with cerebral palsy. There's still time to donate! https://lnkd.in/g5H2RX-T

In October 2024, the Administrative Review Tribunal Act 2024 (Cth) established the new Administrative Review Tribunal (Tribunal), which included a new form of appeal known as the Guidance and Appeals Panel (GAP). This article considers a recent decision of the Tribunal on 6 December 2024 which provides guidance for the process of referral applications to the GAP, and the Tribunal’s powers to refuse or accept these applications. Authors Madelaine August, Genevieve Rush and Tom Curtain discuss in this Government Directions. https://lnkd.in/gz5eUR9r #morayagnew

The recent High Court decision Elisha v Vision Australia Limited [2024] has reshaped the legal landscape for claims concerning workplace psychiatric harm. This landmark ruling has significant implications for insurers, employers, and government bodies particularly regarding employment contracts, liability and risk management. Join Moray & Agnew for a specialist webinar series where we will break down the key aspects of this decision and what it means for your industry. 📅 Sessions running 24-27 February 📍 Online 📌 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gQRN5E3r Nick Duggal Emma Reilly Ben Mason Louise Hogg Brian Jackson Richelle Farrar

The case of McTye v Ching Yu Chang by his tutor Leo Alexander Birch [2025] NSWCA 3 is an important decision which provides some guidance about when people injured in motor accidents in NSW may have access to extra damages for treatment and care but leaves many questions unanswered. The Court of Appeal has urged Parliament to consider legislative amendments. Authors Judith Waldock and Ethan Spiers discuss in this Motor Vehicle Directions. https://lnkd.in/gx3wxB2n #morayagnew

Our national cohort of Law Graduates was welcomed to our Sydney office this week to celebrate the commencement of our 2025 National Learning & Development Program. Throughout the day, the Graduates had the opportunity to connect with their national peers, meet leaders within Moray & Agnew and gain insights into the exciting journey ahead of them.   The Learning & Development program is designed to set our Law Graduates up for success by equipping them with the skills, knowledge and support they need to thrive in their legal careers. We look forward to seeing all that they achieve.

Congratulations to Melbourne Managing Partner Bill Papastergiadis OAM who has been recognised as one of the 2025 Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer ‘Law Firm Leaders of the Year’. This award is a testament to the professionalism and commitment Bill brings to the industry. #morayagnew