Attend this webinar and walk away armed with up-to-date knowledge of recent developments in statutory benefits, what you need to know about trials involving unidentified drivers, key and recent relevant cases on assessment of damages, and expert medical guidance from an esteemed neurologist and neuropsychologist discussing the anatomy of a head injury. 

Presenters

Dr David Freilich, Neurologist
Dr David Freilich is a highly experienced, well sought after Neurologist, with over 44 years experience in private practice. Dr Freilich has served as the Head of Neurology at Western Hospital, Footscray, as well as a senior fellow, and a lecturer at the University of Technology, Victoria. He takes particular interest in brain and spinal injury, general adult neurology, but also neurological ailments including nerve conditions and injuries. Dr Freilich accepts a wide range of medico-legal assessments ranging from medical negligence, public liability and WorkSafe Victoria IME, but predominantly works alongside the TAC to provide meticulous JME reports.


Dr Ben Harris, Neuropsychologist,
Dr Ben Harris is an esteemed Neuropsychologist with nearly 20 years of clinical experience. He specialises in traumatic brain injury, particularly in clients with psychiatric and substance abuse comorbidities, neurorehabilitation, and the assessment of symptom validity. Still clinically active, Dr Harris provides outpatient neuropsychology examinations at Brighton Minds. He has previously worked in senior neuropsychologist positions for St Vincent’s Health Services and Monash Health, with particular interest in adult and aged psychiatry, diagnostic assessment of dementia, assessment of decision-making capacity, and inpatient rehabilitation. Well versed within the medico-legal sector, Dr Harris has extensive experience, having authored many reports over his career, and is highly regarded for his JME work.


Mr. Michael Lombard, Principal, Lombard Mediations
Michael Lombard is a mediator specialising in personal injury claims at Lombard Mediation. Michael was formerly a Partner at Adviceline Injury lawyers when he was awarded Personal Injury Lawyer of the year 2019 by Best Lawyers in Australia. He was previously involved in high profile cases such as the Bourke street rampage and the Flinders street tram stop attack, as well as a variety of public liability and industrial accident cases. He attained accreditation in Mediation in 2013 and now practices exclusively as a mediator. Michael has also served as a director of the Law Institute and is a current member of the Law Institute ethics committee. He was a Trustee of Lawaid for 10 years, four of which he acted as chairman.


Ms. Sarah Elseidy, Senior Associate, Slater + Gordon Lawyers
Sarah specialises in motor vehicles accident claims. She predominately helps injured people from Geelong and Greater Geelong get fair compensation for their injuries. Sarah works with her clients in a way that simplifies the process as much as possible and she tries to remove any unnecessary pressures. Practising extensively in motor vehicle accident claims puts Sarah in touch with people from all walks of life, so she strives to get to know the unique circumstances of each case. Sarah chose to work in law because she saw so many opportunities where she would be able to help people.


Ms. Danielle Meyer, Partner, Robinson Gill
Danielle practices in workers compensation, road accident, public liability and police misconduct law. She has extensive experience in police misconduct matters, including assault and battery, false imprisonments, malicious prosecutions and misfeasance cases. Danielle also practices in the areas of motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, and public liability. Danielle also has significant experience working with brain injuries and serious mental health issues including schizophrenia. She has also represented families have had family members die as a result of a workplace, road injury or within the surgery - including having decisions overturned by the coroner using expert evidence.


Mr. Sach Fernando, Principal Lawyer, Maxiom Law
Sach Fernando is a leading lawyer and Specialist in Personal Injury law, accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria. He is committed to guiding his clients on their road to recovery and will ensure that their weekly income and medical treatment are paid on time. Sach is also an active member of the Australian Lawyers Alliance, an organisation that is committed to protecting the rights of individuals, and the Law Institute of Victoria, who named him as a Rising Star in 2017. Sach is of Sri Lankan heritage and speaks fluent Sinhalese. His service to the Sri Lankan Australian community was recognised in 2016 when he was awarded Young Sri Lankan of the Year. Sach founded Maxiom Injury Lawyers with a commitment to providing high quality legal advice, which is personal and affordable.