Heavy vehicle lawyer in Liverpool, defending transport businesses and drivers across South-Western Sydney.
Former NHVR Senior Prosecutor. More than 10 years of court experience.
Eric appears at Liverpool Local Court for heavy vehicle, traffic and SafeWork NSW matters across South-Western Sydney.
150 George Street, Liverpool NSW 2170
Practical details for your day at Liverpool Local Court, whether it’s your first appearance or a hearing.
Liverpool sits where the Hume Highway, M5 and M7 meet, close to the Moorebank freight precinct. When the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) sends a notice, asks for an interview or lays charges against an operator or driver in South-Western Sydney, the matter is often heard at Liverpool Local Court.
Heavy vehicle and NHVR matters are the core of Eric’s practice. Eric defends transport businesses, directors and drivers at Liverpool Local Court and courts across NSW.
Many NHVR matters are won or lost before court – at the first response, the first request for information and the first strategic decision. Speak with Eric before you respond.
We focus on heavy vehicle and NHVR defence. Whether you run a fleet or drive for a living, Eric will identify the immediate issues, important deadlines and the information needed to properly assess your position.
NHVR investigations, Chain of Responsibility duties, notices and prosecutions involving operators, directors and managers. Eric deals directly with the regulator or prosecutor so your team can keep the business running.
Transport Business DefenceFatigue, work diary, mass and roadside offences that can affect your licence, your job and your income. Get clear advice before you pay a fine or go to court.
Truck Driver DefenceThe first few days of an NHVR matter often shape everything that follows. Businesses and drivers commonly provide more information than a notice legally requires, and that information can later be used as evidence.
Having worked inside the NHVR, Eric understands what investigators look for, how evidence is assessed, when matters escalate and how prosecution cases are prepared.
Eric also acts in traffic and workplace safety matters across South-Western Sydney.
Drink driving, driving while suspended or disqualified, mobile phone offences, speeding and licence appeals. Protect your licence and your record.
Traffic Law
SafeWork NSW investigations, notices, s155 requests for information and work health and safety (WHS) prosecutions. Eric previously worked at SafeWork NSW as a Principal Lawyer.
SafeWork NSW DefenceRESULT: $12,000 TOTAL FINES
More Operator ResultsRESULT: $2,250 TOTAL FINES
More Truck Driver ResultsRESULT: 12-MONTH CRO, NO CONVICTION
More Traffic ResultsCase outcomes depend on the individual facts and circumstances of each matter. Past results do not guarantee or predict future outcomes.
View all recent casesCall Eric or send an enquiry with a short summary and any notice or charge you’ve received.
Eric will identify the immediate issues, important deadlines and the information needed to properly assess your position.
You’ll understand the allegations, your options and the recommended strategy before making important decisions.
Eric deals directly with the NHVR or prosecutor and represents you in court.
Eric represents truck drivers and transport businesses facing Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) offences, NHVR investigations and court proceedings in Liverpool and across NSW.
Liverpool Local Court is at 150 George Street, Liverpool NSW 2170, about a five-minute walk from Liverpool station.
Yes. Appeals from a Local Court decision are heard in the District Court. Strict time limits apply, usually 28 days from the sentence, so get advice quickly.
Don’t ignore it, and don’t rush it. NHVR notices have deadlines, and what you provide can later be used as evidence. Speak with Eric before you respond.
Related reading: What to do if you’re contacted by the NHVR
Yes. Fatigue, work diary and mass offences can affect your licence, accreditation and income. Eric will tell you early what is at stake and what can be done.
Yes. Eric acts in traffic matters at Liverpool, including licence appeals, court matters and applications to reduce penalties.
Yes. Appointments are held at Level 1, 222 Pitt Street, Sydney, unless you and Eric agree to meet somewhere else, such as at Liverpool Local Court before your hearing. If it’s easier, start with a phone call on 0401 937 269.
Eric also appears at courts across Sydney and NSW, including Sydney CBD, Parramatta, Bankstown, Campbelltown, Goulburn, Gosford and Wollongong.
Speak with Eric before you respond. You get clear advice on what’s next.
Call Eric 0401 937 269This page is general information only and is not legal advice. Get advice about your specific circumstances.
