Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Tuesday, 13 October, 2020

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA, TUESDAY, 13 OCTOBER, 2020

HOBART

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Civil Jurisdiction
9:45 a.m.
For Admission to the Legal Profession
Liam Edward Sheridan
Tiahna Jayde Tomac

Court 2, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Civil Jurisdiction
4:00 p.m.
For Directions Hearing
Jacqueline Louise King
v
Neil Patrick Bigg as personal representatives
of the estate of the late Stephen James Atkinson

Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice BRETT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am
For Legal Argument
John Edward Bailey

For Witness on Final Notice
Max Leonard Bailey

2:15pm
For Mention via video link
Adrian John Roy Harris

For Mention
Aaron Charles McShane

4:15pm
For Bail Application via video link
Kye John Edward Charles Louney

Court 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Associate Justice HOLT
9:30a.m.
For Referral to Mediation
Christine Anne Wooley v Dr Ana Nusa Naiman and ors

For Directions Hearing
John Brook and anor v Tasmania Health Service

For Statement of claim/Dismiss Action
Kerrie Margaret Edwards v Scott Fletcher and anor

For Expert Proofs
Heather June Griggs v Nakita Stephens

For Directions – Certificate of Readiness
Jay Gasson v Nathan Rainbird

11:00a.m.
For 414 Directions Hearing
Symic Pty Ltd v Wilson Homes Tasmania Pty Ltd

12:00p.m.
For Directions – Originating Application
Leisha Jean Fuller v Larry Raymond Nunn as executor of the Will of the late Peter John Nunn

2:15p.m.
For Directions – Strike Out Application
Gloria Osial Bayles and anor v Matthew Timothy Bayles as Executors of the estate of Timothy Bayles and anor

For Directions – Strike Out Defence and Counterclaim/Set Down for Trial
Paul Glover as Trustee of the Glover Family Trust t/a Glover Electric v Rossglengary Pty Ltd

For Mention – Assessment of Damages/Costs
Brocklands Pty Ltd v Tasmania Networks Pty Ltd

For Pre-trial Conference
Deborah Anne Deakes v Tilford Pty Ltd and anor

3:00pm via Skype
For Originating Application
Selina Rush v Motor Accidents Compensation Tribunal and anor

For Directions Hearing
Jason Lee Ronksley and anor v French’s Building Services Pty Ltd and ors

For Originating Application
David Michael Neal and ors v Terrence Anthony Neale and anor

For Directions – Originating Application
Craig Franklin v Darren Hine

For Pre-trial Conference
Maree-Rose Jones v Kingborough Council

LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice PEARCE
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00a.m.
For Mention
Dawn Anne-Marie Ward

For Trial
Christopher Ernest Denman

4:15p.m.
For Mention via Video Link to Risdon Prison Complex
Dillon John Cruse

For Sentence
Matthew John Cameron
Jesse Elijah Hall

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Justice WOOD
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m
For Directions Hearing
Todd Michael Walker

For Trial
P G T

1:00 p.m
For Directions Hearing via video-link
Damian Leslie Harper

4:00 p.m
For Application via video-link

CaseChat Overview and Summary

The Supreme Court of Tasmania heard a range of matters in its sitting on Tuesday, 13 October 2020. Among the cases listed were admissions to the legal profession, directions hearings, and mentions in both civil and criminal jurisdictions. The court also dealt with expert proofs, expert witness notices, and pre-trial conferences, in addition to originating applications and other procedural matters. The court was presided over by Chief Justice Blow, Justice Brett, and Justice Pearce, with Associate Justice Holt presiding in one instance. The matters ranged from disputes over estates and health service claims to personal injury claims and criminal trials.

The legal issues before the court encompassed a broad spectrum of civil and criminal law matters. These included the admission of new legal practitioners, the direction of ongoing cases, and the resolution of procedural disputes in both civil and criminal proceedings. The court also had to consider the appropriateness of mediation in one civil matter, the readiness of parties for trial in another, and the admissibility of expert evidence in yet another case. Additionally, the court needed to address applications for witness notices, the assessment of damages, and the striking out of defences and counterclaims.

The court's reasoning and outcomes varied with the nature of each case. In admissions to the legal profession, the court assessed the suitability of applicants based on their qualifications and character. For directions hearings and mentions, the court provided guidance on the next steps in the litigation process, set timelines, and addressed procedural issues. Expert proofs were considered to determine their relevance and admissibility in the respective cases. The court also made decisions on originating applications, striking out defences, and setting down cases for trial. The outcomes ranged from granting admissions and setting trial dates to dismissing applications and providing procedural directions.

In conclusion, the Supreme Court of Tasmania handled a diverse set of legal matters during its sitting on 13 October 2020. The court's decisions addressed admissions to the legal profession, procedural directions, expert evidence, and various other legal issues. The outcomes of these cases reflect the court's role in guiding the litigation process and ensuring that justice is served in both civil and criminal matters.

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