Case Collective Episode 9: Beware the broad construction

On this episode, BN’s Kingsley Grimshaw and Flynn Harch discuss a selection of ‘hot off the press’ cases which include the consideration of what it means to ‘use’ a motor vehicle, a dual insurance fight and a successful denial of cover based on misrepresentations, non-disclosure and fraud. To read the full summary of these cases, head to bnlaw.com.au.   The ‘use’ of a vehicle isn’t confined to circumstances where the vehicle is being driven – 00:33 The intention of the parties is paramount when determining the scope of a liability exclusion clause – 4:30 Don’t get tripped up – the importance of carrying out inspections properly – 8:27 Insured’s dishonesty not taken lightly by the Supreme Court of NSW – 12:30   This episode was edited by Audio Advantage.