We are progressing a civil claim on behalf of a grieving father against George Pell and the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne. Read more about the difference between criminal and civil cases and the many paths to justice available for survivors of abuse: bit.ly/3AOBxH1

We welcome the judgment delivered by Justice Michael McDonald regarding the church’s ability to rely on the Ellis defence. We’re fully committed to continuing the fight for justice for our client. abc.net.au/news/2022-08-2…

Compensation schemes need transparency and accountability, and I'm worried this "pathway" proposed by Mackay Hospital provides neither. I strongly urge the women impacted to seek independent legal advice. couriermail.com.au/news/queenslan…

Health authorities are being accused of trying to 'silence' women who have suffered traumatic surgeries at Mackay Hospital. The state opposition has labelled a compensation scheme nothing more than 'hush money' | Brendan Smith #qldpol

There are shocking revelations about the death of babies after allegations of botched surgeries on pregnant women at Mackay Base Hospital. youtu.be/JsBhBihbqIw Marlina Whop #qldpol #7NEWS

Another cracking installment of Shine Tank with dozens of great ideas for the business coming from staff across the firm. It's certainly going to be tough to pick a winner!

Congratulations Mal – a truly well deserved honour!

Thank you VoiceUp Australia, Professor Caroline Taylor Foundation and the SAGE/Brave Movement for organising last night's public forum in Coffs Harbour calling on the community to get educated on child sexual abuse.

I’m up at Hamilton Island this week with leaders from across Shine for our inaugural legal symposium. Some great speakers lined up from across the world to inspire our team, although I’m a fan of some of the locals too!

Shine Lawyers is heartened to see the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency's acknowledgment that it needs to better protect patients, but real action must now follow.