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For workers in the mining, agriculture, construction and other manual occupations that are exposed to high temperatures, the summer heat can be dangerous. Workers run a risk of heat stress and other heat related illness from prolonged exposure to high temperatures in the sun. This can lead to symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, loss of coordination, seizures or even death.   Read the rest of the entry...

Good news for all road users in Queensland! Beginning 1 February 2015, lane filtering is now an allowed practice in Queensland. The law was made to potentially help to reduce the amount of traffic in busy areas such as Brisbane and the Gold Coast. For those who are not aware, lane filtering is the act of riding a motorcycle at low speeds between stationary or slow moving vehicles that travel in the same direction as the motorcycle.  Read the rest of the entry...

Beginning 1 Oct 2014, motorists were no longer required to display registration (‘rego’) stickers on their vehicles. This change was made by the government to align Queensland with the rest of the nation. The purpose was to save taxpayers up to $3.5 million a year in postage/printing costs.   Read the rest of the entry...

A common question clients may ask their lawyer is, “how long will my claim take?” In optimal circumstances, the answer every lawyer would like to give would be "within 15 months." However, this particular outcome is rarely the case when it comes to dealing with a personal injury claim. This is especially true if the injuries are serious or catastrophic.  Read the rest of the entry...

When someone has been a victim to an accident, emotions can often cloud judgment. However, this is not the only factor that comes into play when it comes to settling an accident claim. There are many significant aspects of the mediation process that need to be thoroughly prepared for. This article will guide a client on how an accredited specialist in personal injury can minimize the chances of a failed mediation and maximize the amount of compensation that can be received from an injury claim.    Read the rest of the entry...