Gross negligence

Carelessness which is in reckless disregard for the safety or lives of others, and is so great it appears to be a conscious violation of other people’s rights to safety. It is more than simple inadvertence, but it is just shy of being intentionally evil. If one has borrowed or contracted to take care of…

Group Litigation Orders

Group Litigation Orders can be made in a claim in which there are multiple parties or claimants. The order will provide for the case management of claims which give rise to common or related issues of fact or law.

Guarantor

Guarantor is the act of promising to make a payment for another if the person responsible for making the payment is unable to do so. Usually the repayment of a loan or higher purchase agreement.

Harassment

Harassment is repeated behaviour that is bothersome or irritating. In employment law it refers to inappropriate behaviour that affects the terms and conditions of the employees terms and conditions of employment.