The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards

Specialized body for specific law areas; less costly/informal/fast

1998

Low-cost, accessible, efficient, independent

Over 80%

Lawful authority/power to hear and determine cases

Class actions, employment disputes, interstate disputes

Cooperative method: parties discuss, develop options, negotiate

Mediation & hearing for claims up to $10,000

Question of law (point of law) only

Cannot - only applies law made by parliament/courts