The case R v Cordwell; R v Cordwell Resources Pty Ltd [2023] QCA 26 dealt with the prosecution of Brian Andrew Cordwell and Cordwell Resources Pty Ltd following a workplace accident at their sand mine, which resulted in serious injuries to an employee due to failing to adhere to required safety standards. They were charged under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld) for not complying with their work health and safety duties, highlighting the importance of workplace safety regulations. The court's decision led to Cordwell receiving a suspended six-month jail sentence and his company being fined $500,000. Despite their appeals, the Supreme Court of Queensland upheld the original sentences.
From the TLDR Caselaw Archive