In the case Bampton v Vourlides [2024] QCA 44, the Supreme Court of Queensland - Court of Appeal dealt with an appeal regarding a financial transfer spurred by familial dispute. William John Bampton, the appellant, sought to overturn a lower court's decision that dismissed his claim against Suzanne Elaine Vourlides, his daughter. Bampton had argued that a $300,000 transfer to Vourlides was made under undue influence or unconscionable behaviour on her part. However, the court found insufficient evidence to support his claims, stating no convincing argument or behaviour of undue influence was demonstrated by Bampton. Vourlides, in response to the appeal, requested security for costs, given Bampton's appeal prospects and financial state. The court, examining Bampton's assets and acknowledging his advanced age and living situation, declined to mandate security for costs, emphasizing Bampton’s provided undertaking to not devalue his assets.
Bampton v Vourlides [2024] QCA 44
Updated: Apr 16, 2024