Big Issues and Recent Developments in Abuse Law Claims - Novel Duty of Care Claims
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Description
Attend and earn 1 CPD hour in Substantive Law
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Novel Duty of Care Claims
In State ward cases, the duty of care owed by the defendant to plaintiff is clear and settled. However, increasingly over time, children have been left in the care of their families to their detriment despite numerous notifications to Child Protection services.
- How would a duty of care to such children be constructed?
- How do you show a breach of the duty?
Presented by Nina Vallins, Lawyer, Angela Sdrinis Legal
Presenters
Nina Vallins
Nina Vallins commenced with Angela Sdrinis Legal in August 2016, having previously worked as a Judge’s Associate in the County Court and with another personal injury law firm. She represents survivors of institutional abuse, with expertise in assisting former wards of the State and residents of the Ballarat Children’s Home and St Luke’s Home. Prior to studying law, Nina worked in community and international development, particularly with women in the sex industry and in the promotion of women’s rights. Nina was the Executive Director of Project Respect from 2007 - 2010, where she led successful advocacy campaigns, including reforms in immigration law to better protect victims of people trafficking.