Vicky successfully combines passion and practicality into her work and is highly committed to her client’s needs.
Vicky is a Senior Associate within the firm's Insurance team with over 15 years of experience in insurance litigation. She regularly advises insurers and underwriters on matters of liability, dual insurance and indemnity, as well as the effects and impact of the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act (Qld), Civil Liability Act (NSW & QLD), Motor Accidents Insurance Act (Qld) and Personal Injuries Proceedings Act (Qld).
Vick also has experience in advising councils on new liability legislation and risk management topics.
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Client Solutions
Insurer
Liability
Client problem
Worker alleged bullying, mobbing and harassment by other workers.
outcome achieved
Vicky believed there were reasonable prospects on liability and attempted to resolve the matter by considering the commercial realities and the impact on the employer. At first, these issues were unable to be resolved, and the case was moved to trial, where Vicky was successful.
Insurer
Liability
Client problem
In the aftermath of a boating accident, a large quantum claim was made, finding real issues on liability and contributory negligence.
outcome achieved
Vicky’s findings made the plaintiff 50% liable for the boating accident. The final judgement, however, was significantly less than what was originally claimed.
