As a special counsel in Cooper Grace Ward’s insurance team, Chris brings over 15 years’ experience in handling insurance and workers’ compensation matters.
Chris is an Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law and a member of the QLS Accident Compensation / Tort Law committee, which keeps him at the cutting edge of changes in accident compensation that affect his clients.
Chris provides personal service and is passionate about working towards bringing back the balance to employers in workers’ compensation claims.
Chris has extensive claims experience across all major industries including health/aged care, manufacturing, hospitality, sport/recreation and transport.
Chris has handled claims in all areas of insurance litigation including Queensland and federal workers’ compensation, public and product liability, motor vehicle accidents, indemnity disputes and construction and engineering. Before joining Cooper Grace Ward, Chris was a partner at a national insurance law firm where he handled a large portfolio of public liability and workers’ compensation matters.
A dedicated litigator, Chris identifies with his clients. He uses his knowledge, experience and commitment to help his clients meet their goals.
A significant outcome for employers in High Court case examining vicarious liability.
The findings of the Court in this highly unusual compensation claim should provide some comfort to employers but is a reminder to remain focused on practical measures to minimise foreseeable risks of injury to employees.
Allegations that an employer failed to undertake a risk assessment and prepare a documented system of work are a feature of most common law work claims.
Cooper Grace Ward acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Fast, accurate and flexible entities including companies, self-managed superannuation funds and trusts.