Articles
Loss of opportunity
The full bench of the Federal Court has recently considered the circumstances in which a claimant may recover damages for loss of a commercial opportunity, including the standard of proof required to succeed on such a claim. This decision provides much needed clarity in respect to that burden of proof and the assessment of damages for loss of opportunity claims.
Significant cases, legislation or articles referred to
- La Trobe & Capital Mortgage Corporation Limited v Hay Property Consultants Pty Limited [2011] FCAFC4
- La Trobe & Capital Mortgage Corporation Limited v Hay Property Consultants Pty Limited [2011] FCA250