Heavy vehicle lawyer in the Sydney CBD, defending transport businesses and drivers.
Former NHVR Senior Prosecutor. More than 10 years of court experience.
Eric appears at the Downing Centre Local Court and meets clients in Sydney by appointment, including at court before or after your hearing.
Level 4, Downing Centre
143–147 Liverpool Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Client appointments are held at Eric Navea Legal, Level 1, 222 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000, unless you and Eric agree to meet somewhere else, such as at court before your hearing.
Received a notice from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), been asked to attend an interview, or been charged with a heavy vehicle offence? Heavy vehicle and NHVR matters are the core of Eric’s practice.
Eric defends transport businesses, directors and drivers at the Downing Centre Local Court and courts across Sydney and 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 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: $1,000 FINE
More Truck Driver ResultsRESULT: NO CONVICTION – SECTION 10(1)(a)
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.
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
The Downing Centre Local Court is on Level 4 of the Downing Centre, 143–147 Liverpool Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Museum Station’s Liverpool Street entrance is directly opposite.
It depends on the charge and whether the matter is against you or your business. In many matters Eric can appear on your behalf. Eric will tell you early whether you need to attend.
Yes. Eric acts for transport businesses across NSW and has assisted with matters in Queensland and interstate.
Yes. Appointments are held at Level 1, 222 Pitt Street, Sydney, unless you and Eric agree to meet somewhere else, such as at the Downing Centre 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 Parramatta, Liverpool, Penrith, Campbelltown, Wollongong, Gosford and Goulburn.
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.
