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Episode 7: Kruger v Cronn & Nominal Defendant

Conflicting Stories & Proving Fault in Motor Accident Claims

Episode 7 of P.I. Case Note unpacks the challenges of conflicting witness accounts in motor vehicle claims. In Kruger v Cronn & Nominal Defendant [2025] QDC 21, the court weighed inconsistent versions of events while applying section 79(3) of the Evidence Act 1977 (Qld) and section 45 of the Civil Liability Act 2002 (Qld).

The case highlights the importance of the onus of proof, credibility, and the role of expert evidence in determining liability.

Facing a motor accident dispute with unclear fault? At accident legal, we help you make your case with strong evidence and strategic advocacy—especially when stories don’t align.