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Angela graduated with an Arts/Law degree in 1982 and commenced practice handling workers compensation claims for injured workers. Between 1985 and 1986, Angela worked as an Industrial and Legal Officer for the Federated Fire Fighter’s Union. In 1986, Angela returned to personal injuries and has been a personal injuries Law Institute Accredited specialist since 1993. Angela is supported by a team of experienced solicitors and paralegals dedicated to the provision of expert, trauma informed legal advice.

Our office is on the lands of the Yulukut Weelam of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging and acknowledge the strength and resilience of all Aboriginal people.

our expertise

Angela Sdrinis Legal was established in 2014 and specialises in Comcare, Sexual and Institutional Abuse, Workcover, Transport Accident Claims (TAC), Superannuation and TPD, Victims Of Crime Applications (VOCAT) and Public Liability. Our principal lawyer and Director, Angela Sdrinis, has been a Personal Injuries Accredited Specialist since the scheme was introduced in 1993. She has over 30 years’ experience and has acted for thousands of people who have been survivors of Institutional child sexual abuse and workplace injuries covered by the Comcare scheme. She is supported by a team of committed lawyers and paralegals who have considerable expertise in helping people with compassion and understanding.

Our firm specialises in representing people who have been survivors of Institutional abuse and is regarded a leader in this area.

Angela Sdrinis Legal has represented numerous witnesses giving evidence at the Royal Commission into Child Abuse including at public hearings into the Salvation Army (Southern Territory), the Catholic Church, Geelong Grammar and the Defence Force.

We have pursued numerous claims for former wards of the state who allege that they have been abused in care. We have acted for child migrants who reside in Australia and the UK and for members of the Stolen Generation. We have pursued or investigated claims on Redress Funds established in Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Western Australia, Queensland and Victoria.

Angela Sdrinis Legal has also acted for victims of Defence Abuse

Angela Sdrinis Legal recently won a landmark decision in the Victorian Court of Appeal regarding the use of medical records in civil sexual assault cases (http://classic.austlii.edu.au/au/cases/vic/VSCA/2018/159.html).

We also provide expert advice in Comcare claims for Commonwealth employees and other workers covered by the National Scheme. Our firm has made submissions to Government with respect to inquiries into the Comcare scheme.

We have also made submissions with respect to reviews of the Comcare scheme, bullying and harassment and the management of injuries and injury claims by Australia Post.

Angela Sdrinis Legal currently act for members of the CWU, Telecommunications and Australian Postal Workers Divisions and for members of the National Union of Workers who are covered by the Comcare Scheme. Angela Sdrinis Legal has won Comcare cases in the AAT against the Australian Federal Police, Telstra, Australia Post, the National Australia Bank, Linfox and various Commonwealth Departments and has represented injured workers in the Federal Court.

We have over 30 years’ experience in acting for people injured in motor vehicle accidents, injured at work (WorkCover) and in public places. In addition to the expertise outlined above, the team, including accredited personal injury specialists at Angela Sdrinis Legal, can provide advice on a no win no fee basis in the following areas: Superannuation and TPD.

13.08.2024 Did you experience or witnesse abuse in Resurrection House?

Angela Sdrinis Legal is currently pursuing a claim involving child abuse in the Sisters of the Resurrection’s ‘Resurrection House’ orphanage in Essendon, from 1965 – 1971. If you were a staff member, resident, or family member of a resident at the Resurrection House during the 1960s or 1970s, you may have vital information that could assist survivors in seeking justice.

26.07.2024 Did you Witness or Experience Abuse in Turana, MJJC, MYJC (Parkville)

We are currently acting for a number of claimants who allege abuse at Turana (1955 to 1993), the Melbourne Juvenile Justice Centre (1992 to 2007) and the Melbourne Youth Justice Centre (2007 to current)-Parkville Youth Justice Precinct (2009 to current). If you experienced or witnessed abuse in any of these centres, please contact David Longano, Senior Associate, on 9686 6610 or by email davidl@aslegal.com.au, for a confidential consultation.

11.07.2024 Reynolds Report Highlights State's Failures.

The Weiss Independent Review into paedophile policeman Paul Reynolds shows yet again how perpetrators groom not just their victims but the community. The distinction being however that it is understandable how vulnerable children can be groomed but how and why a whole regional police force allowed Reynolds to abuse unhindered, is another question.

14.05.2024 Updates in Comcare: Presumptive Liability, Rehabilitation/Medical Examinations, and Impairment Guide - Fair Work Legislation (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 (Cth)

We wrote previously on time limits being introduced into the Comcare scheme which is one of a suite of changes implemented by the Federal Government in this space. Further changes include presumptive liability; rehabilitation and medical examination assessments; and permanent impairment.

14.05.2024 Comcare: 45 Weeks of Incapacity Entitlements and Accrued Leave

The first 45 weeks of incapacity payments are payable by the employer at a rate equal to 100% of the injured workers normal weekly earnings, less any amount the injured worker is actually earning. Post the initial 45-week period your incapacity payments are calculated based on the percentage of actual hours worked during the week, using a sliding scale.

02.04.2024 Sexual Harassment of Female Student at Wesley College

Angela Sdrinis Legal is pursuing a claim for damages for a client who alleges serious sexual harassment by male students at Wesley College. If you witnessed or experienced sexual harassment at Wesley College in the late 1980’s/early 1990’s, please contact our office.