When we register or re-register a motor car in Victoria, we pay two fees. The first is the actual registration fee and the second is a transport accident charge. The transport accident charge goes to the Transport Accident Commission (TAC). Currently, to register a private motor car in Victoria, a registration fee of approximately $180.00 is payable. The transport accident … Read More
TAC Claims – Lawyers discuss Texting and Driving
The popularity of mobile devices has had very dangerous consequences. Studies worldwide have proven that mobile phone use whilst driving leads to significant distractibility. These distractions can result in injury and loss of life. The simple act of talking on the phone whilst driving (even handsfree) is distracting. However, texting is the most dangerous form of mobile communication while driving. … Read More
Road Accident Lawyers define the term “transport accident”
How do you describe what has occurred when one vehicle collides with another vehicle, a pedestrian, an animal or a stationary object such as a tree or power pole? Do you think of it as a road accident or a road traffic accident, a traffic accident, a motor vehicle accident or collision, a car accident or car crash or an … Read More
CAUTION – WET ROAD AHEAD! The Risk of Hydroplaning
With winter upon us and some particularly wet conditions of late, it is useful to reconsider our driving habits over the coming months. Wet road conditions can result in more instances of aquaplaning or hydroplaning. Hydroplaning occurs when a car’s tyre separates from the road surface thus causing a temporary loss of control. It occurs when a film of water is present … Read More
So much for circumstances; create opportunities!
It is amazing what can be achieved in the space of two short years! Peter Burt and Clara Davies have reason to be proud. They played a role in creating an Australian first – an Easy Access Basket (EAB) for a hot air balloon. This specially designed hot air balloon basket was the result of a lightbulb moment. With meticulous … Read More
Supporting International Day of People With Disability
Following the launch of the Easy Access Basket (EAB) for a hot air balloon in May 2012, Burt & Davies developed a partnership with Scope Victoria which saw several Scope clients, including Lavourne Service, benefit from this innovative venture.
2012 Mental Health Institute Culinary Charity Challenge
On Friday 17 August 2012, Burt & Davies proudly hosted a VIP table at the 2012 Charity Culinary Challenge held at Crown Palladium in support of the Mental Health Research Institute.
Road Accident Lawyers, Burt & Davies with Global Ballooning Aussie First – The Launch of an Easy Access Basket
Burt & Davies and Global Ballooning are proud to have developed and jointly funded the design and production of Australia’s first Easy Access Basket (“EAB”) for a hot air balloon.
“An Uplifting Feeling”
Following the very successful launch of the Burt & Davies balloon on 23 February 2012, the Law Institute of Victoria has run a double page feature article in the latest edition of its monthly journal – the Law Institute Journal.
Burt & Davies Takes to Melbourne’s Skies
On 23 February 2012, the Burt & Davies hot air balloon was launched! In conjunction with our good friends at Global Ballooning, we hit the heights and took to Melbourne’s skies for a spectacular morning flight over the Melbourne CBD. After arriving a little bleary eyed at the Hilton on the Park at 5.15am, it didn’t take long for the excitement … Read More