Commencement of the Civil Liability Legislation Amendment Act

12/11/2008

The lieutenant governor today issued a proclamation for the commencement on 12 November 2008 of�the provisions of the Civil Liability Legislation Amendment Act.�Among other things, the�Act amends the Civil Liability Act 2002, the Motor Accidents Act 1988 and the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 to make it clear that damages are to be awarded for gratuitous attendant care services only if the services are provided (or to be provided) for at least six hours per week and for at least six consecutive months. The amendment overcomes the effect of the Court of Appeal decision in Harrison v Melhem [2008] NSWCA 67.

12 November 2008