Carvanna v State of New South Wales [2022] NSWSC 594 – interlocutory decision.
This recent case considers the State of NSW’s motion to strike out pleadings filed by an unrepresented litigant in a malicious prosecution claim. It is important that all people have open access to the courts, however, this right must be balanced against the risk of wasting the courts’ time; and potential costs orders against self-represented litigants. We would strongly encourage anyone claiming malicious prosecution to obtain legal advice prior to commencing proceedings. The threshold for establishing the element of malice is perilously high.
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