There has been a recent spike in cases of the life-threatening disease silicosis caused by long-term exposure to silica dust, which today is often a by-product of cutting or drilling artificial or engineered stone. Such materials are commonly found in kitchen, bathroom and laundry bench tops, some of which contain up to 90% silica.
Segelov Taylor Lawyers are able to assist individuals diagnosed with silicosis.
In a significant win, the Dust Diseases Tribunal handed awarded Segelov Taylor client, Ron Phillips $664,393.03 plus costs which included a significant allowance for future care in the community.
Segelov Taylor Lawyers commenced a claim on behalf of Mr Phillips against James Hardie & Coy Pty Ltd (now Amaca Pty Ltd) just before Christmas.
Lawyers for James Hardie argued that the company should only be required to pay for the lower-cost option of Mr Phillips being cared for in a nursing home, however Mr Phillips insisted he be given the choice to spend his final months living in the community, with James Hardie compensating him for the cost of care by his family and professional nurses. The Court agreed (download judgement), and awarded compensation to pay for nursing and other care in the community.
Segelov Taylor Lawyers achieved a significant victory for mesothelioma clients in the Court of Appeal.
In the case of Talifero v. Amaca Pty Limited, the trust that administers James Hardie liabilities sought to avoid payment of more than half of a judgment against it. A ground breaking decision in the Court of Appeal rejected thier argument, and ensured that our client will receive the full amount of the judgement.
“How do we find Mum (or Dad’s) will?” is one of the most common questions we get asked.
The short (and disappointing) answer is that there is no easy way. There is no single repository, and wills do not need to be registered to be valid. However, there are a series of sensible steps that need to be taken to work out if the deceased had a will, and if so, what the will said. See More…
