Civil: Fair And Unbiased (Recent Changes)

Question 1

Introduction to the Civil Procedure Act 2010 (Vic.)(2)

Answer 1

• gives greater powers to judges

* obligations onto parties to cooperate

Question 2

Restrictions on damages

Answer 2

Aims to limit the inconsistency of damages awarded by jurors

Question 3

Changes to evidence laws: Evidence Act 2008

Answer 3

Attempt to relax evidence rules to ensure a fair and unbiased hearing