This session focuses on two key procedural issues that had become increasingly relevant in personal injury litigation:
- Applications for leave under section 79 of the Civil Law (Wrongs) Act 2002, and
- Applications for leave to disclose and present protected confidence evidence under Division 4.4.3 of the Evidence (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1991.
Recent decisions in the ACT Courts clarified the operation and practical application of these provisions, making the session essential for practitioners seeking to stay current with procedural developments and evidentiary requirements in personal injury matters.
JOHN HENRY
SPECIAL COUNSEL I ACT GOVERNMENT SOLICITOR'S OFFICE
John is currently employed as Special Counsel – Litigation at the ACT Government Solicitor’s Office, having worked there since 1990. He has been involved in many significant litigation matters for the Territory and regularly provides advice on procedure, privacy, negligence and statutory interpretation. More recently he has undertaken a supervisory and mentoring role for more junior lawyers.
WAYNE SHARWOOD
BARRISTER I KEY CHAMBERS
After 15 years as a solicitor in NSW and the ACT Wayne joined the bar in 2003. Since then he has developed a busy civil law practice. Wayne regularly acts in succession/Family Provision Act claims, personal injury matters, coronial inquests, and disputes involving commercial, equitable or administrative matters.
Wayne’s experience as a solicitor commenced in Wagga Wagga initially as an employee but later as a Partner of a small firm providing advice and representation in a wide range of matters. Subsequently, Wayne practised as a Senior Associate with Deacons Graham & James and then Minter Ellison in Canberra. With these firms, he was engaged in commercial litigation and some personal injury work for defendants and insurers. He also undertook some sensitive work for the Commonwealth and for foreign missions.
DETAILS
- This is an on-demand webinar you can watch at anytime - a link and password will be sent to you when you register
- Cost: Members - $50, Non-members $70
- CPD: Members will earn 1 CPD points in core area 4
- This event was recorded as part of the March Mastery on Wednesday 11March 2026
- This recording will expire on 31 March 2026
Registration
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