We helped clients sue an aged care facility over the death of their mother (and grandmother) while in the facility’s care. The family reluctantly decided to place their then 87-year…
This week is Birth Trauma Week where we recognise the stories of people who have experienced trauma as a result of child birth. The Week is also a time to…
Catherine Henry Lawyers has been recognised for its commitment to, and achievements in, fostering diversity in the workplace. The firm has been named a finalist in the 2018 Hunter Diversity…
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15) shines a spotlight on increasing financial abuse. Local elder law expert calls on Governments to take faster action to prevent it A local…
A leading Hunter law firm says local people are under utilising such as advanced care directives and enduring power of attorney documents which means they and their families are not…
We have been advocating for a better level of care for all residents of aged care facilities by expressing our disappointment with the Federal Government’s latest aged care “reform” and budget…
Newcastle-based lawyer and Australian expert in aged care and health law, Catherine Henry, has criticised the Federal Government’s latest aged care policy announcement. The government this week announced that from…
The Federal Government’s latest aged care policy announcement falls significantly short of what’s required to address the crisis in aged care. From January 1, 2019 a new, “independent” Aged Care…
BUDGET REACTION: FAILURE TO TACKLE KEY ISSUES FOR AGED CARE RESIDENTS – NO MANDATED STAFF RATIOS A leading Australian elder care lawyer from Hunter based firm, Catherine Henry Lawyers, says…
Catherine Henry Lawyers is delighted and proud that the founder and owner of the firm, Catherine Henry, has been recognised in the Doyles Guide 2017 listing of leading law firms…
We acted for a 24-year-old woman from regional NSW who sustained very severe physical and psychological injuries during the traumatic birth of her second child. In fact, our client’s injuries…
We acted for a 34-year-old woman who suffered significant birth trauma injuries during the delivery of her second baby. Our client had had a very difficult delivery with her first…
Too many people living in regional New South Wales are reluctant to seek answers from their health professionals after a bad medical result for fear of “rocking the boat” in…
Our recent blog supported the introduction by the Medical Board of Australia of new guidelines specifically for those undertaking cosmetic surgery. Now NSW Health Minister Jillian Skinner has taken steps…
Yesterday, the Sydney Morning Herald provided an update on the upsetting case of Natalie Parker which involves embryo donor regulation. The story first came to light in April 2016. In summary, having…
We are encouraged by news that the Medical Board of Australia has completed its review of the cosmetic surgery industry and has today introduced what the ABC calls “tough new guidelines…
Families of the alleged victims of nurse Garry Steven Davis, 28, a nurse formerly employed at a Newcastle aged care facility operated by SummitCare, have called for stricter regulation of…
I was encouraged to learn that Australian IVF clinics are currently being investigated by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to ensure they are not misleading women about their…
We've been following with dismay, the aftermath of the catastrophic events which took place at the Djerriwarrh Health Service in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria. As you may remember, Professor Euan Wallace,…
Recently one of our senior medical lawyers appeared in the Supreme Court on an application in a Fragile X case- Eastbury v Genea Limited. Our client - Leighee Eastbury the mother…
Christmas is supposed to be a time for family and friends, filled with giving, peace and goodwill, but it can also be the loneliest and most stressful time of the…
Age discrimination - you've probably felt it before; when someone defines your abilities by your age, or assumes you can’t contribute because you’re too young or that you wouldn't understand…
One of Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull’s first tasks in office was to sign a funding agreement with NSW and Victorian Premiers to fully roll out the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS),…
There are a whole host of reasons why a parent may want to relocate with children following a family breakdown: to be closer to family and friends, for a new…
Family breakdowns are a stressful business. You’re likely to feel physically and emotionally exhausted and in desperate need of a break. An overseas holiday for you and the kids could…
Self managed super funds are a hot topic right now as Australia’s ageing population continues to grow. We see more emphasis being placed on self funded retirement. As a result of…
Why is superannuation included in property settlements? Superannuation is regarded as property under the Family Law Act 1975 and can be split by agreement of the parties or by Court…
Parenting arrangements for shift workers. Not your average 9-5? Making arrangements for children to spend time with each parent after separation can be difficult at the best of times. In…
Your marriage or relationship is over. You never want to see your ex-partner again but there are matters to resolve. Arrangements to put in place. Settlements to reach. You know…
I’ve had an overwhelming response to my editorial in The Newcastle Herald last Saturday, about how the NSW government is failing vulnerable people with severe disabilities in need of specialised…
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