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102.9 Hot Tomato – Friday 4th August 2023 (Segment #1) [Audio]
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Originally broadcast by 102.9 Hot Tomato on 4 August 2023. Shared here for legal commentary.
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Speaker 1 (00:01):
People injured or families of those killed in light plane or helicopter crashes could be denied compensation they’re entitled to if a legal loophole isn’t closed. That’s according to aviation and personal injury lawyer Peter Carter, who says insurers can escape liability by declaring flying in light aircraft a dangerous recreational activity. His call comes in the wake of last week’s Caboolture plane crash, and he wants the law amended. It also comes after a much loved Central Queensland cattle producer was killed in a helicopter crash in the Central Highlands last April.
Peter Carter (00:34):
It’s real. It’s here now, and it’s very worthy of reform. It’s very easy to do. Just clarify, in the Civil Liability Act that light aircraft travel in Queensland is not regarded as a dangerous recreational activity.
General information only, not legal advice. Speak to a lawyer about your own circumstances.