Field Camp Services Pty Ltd v Green (No.4)

In *Field Camp Services Pty Ltd v Green (No.4)*, heard in the Supreme Court of Western Australia, the applicant, Field Camp Services Pty Ltd, sought further security for costs against the respondent, Mr Green, in proceedings concerning the hire of transportable accommodation and camp units.

The primary legal issue before the Court was whether to grant a further application for security for costs, and if so, on what terms. This involved considering the applicant's entitlement to such security and the appropriate quantum, particularly in light of the respondent's financial circumstances and the stage of the proceedings.

Justice Lucev considered the relevant legislative provisions and case law concerning security for costs. The Court noted that the power to order security for costs is discretionary and should be exercised judiciously, taking into account all relevant circumstances. The applicant's entitlement to security was established, and the Court proceeded to determine the quantum based on the estimated costs of the litigation.

The Court ordered that the respondent provide security for costs in the sum of $150,000, with liberty to apply to vary the amount. The respondent was also ordered to pay the applicant's costs of the application for security for costs.