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Four vbr Lawyers recognised in 2026 Doyle’s Guide Queensland rankings

All three vbr Lawyers Directors and Special Counsel Zach Samuels have been recognised in the 2026 Doyle's Guide Queensland Asbestos & Dust Diseases Compensation Lawyers rankings....

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Police on the frontlines – compensation for victims of violent assaults

Police are responsible for protecting members of the public and are trained to respond to violent acts and to use force where necessary and in the commission of their duties....

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Interstate Workers Compensation Schemes in trouble but not in Queensland

A recent investigation by the ABC’s Four Corners regarding the workers compensation scheme in New South Wales and Victoria revealed some significant concerns regarding the financial health of both schemes...

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Dreamworld to Face Work Health and Safety Charges

The Queensland Work Health and Safety Prosecutor has recently filed three charges against Ardent Leisure Group (the owner/operator of Dreamworld) and is facing potential fines of up to $4.5 million...

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International Study Evidences Removal from Occupational Silica Exposure is Insufficient

Earlier this month we discussed the shifting occupational exposure standards set to take effect in Queensland over the coming week. A recent international study into silicosis progression was recently published in the CHEST...

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Important changes to Queensland workers’ compensation legislation

The Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2019 was passed by the Queensland Parliament on 22 October 2019. The legislation amends existing workers’ compensation legislation in Queensland to incorporate...

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Queensland leading the charge on mobile phone crackdowns

This year, Queensland increased fines for using a mobile phone whilst driving to $1,000.00 in an effort to cut down on motor vehicle accidents caused as a result of mobile phone usage....

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