Arnold Thomas and Becker

18/06/2026

Nearly 900 Victorian families have received emergency payments following allegations against former childcare worker Joshua Brown, in a case that has shaken communities across the state. The payments come as families continue to deal with the emotional, financial and psychological impact of the ongoing investigation.

No amount of money can undo the distress experienced by affected children and their families.

At Arnold Thomas & Becker, we believe organisations entrusted with the care of children must be held to the highest standards. When those systems fail, families deserve answers, accountability and access to justice.

Our thoughts remain with every family impacted by this deeply disturbing matter.

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The alleged offending by Victorian childcare worker Joshua Brown has cost taxpayers more than $4.4m, after the government paid out over 800 families caught up in the scandal.

18/06/2026

CALL FOR WITNESSES- ST ROBERT'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL- 1987-1994

Arnold Thomas & Becker is seeking witnesses and information relating to St Robert’s Catholic School, Newtown between 1987 and 1994.

If you or someone you know has been affected in any way, or you have concerns or information, please contact our experienced lawyers on 1300 333 300 or send us a message on here.

27/05/2026

What allegedly unfolded outside a quiet Chelsea home is now the subject of explosive legal action against Victoria Police.

A Melbourne man has launched legal action against Victoria Police after an arrest outside his Chelsea home allegedly left him with serious injuries.

The lawsuit alleges officers dragged the man from his property before throwing him to the ground during the incident, which was reportedly captured on body-worn camera footage.

At Arnold Thomas & Becker, we act for Victorians who have suffered injuries as a result of negligence, excessive force, unsafe workplaces, road accidents, and institutional misconduct.

No one should be left to deal with the consequences of serious injuries alone, especially when those injuries allegedly could have been prevented.

Get in touch with our team today on 1300 333 300.

Arnold Thomas & Becker. No Win. No Fee. No Fear.

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A Melbourne man is suing Victoria Police over claims he was dragged from his home and slammed face‑first into concrete for not opening his fly screen door to them.

26/05/2026

CALL FOR WITNESSES- GEELONG GRAMMAR TOORAK 1970s

Arnold Thomas & Becker is seeking witnesses and information relating to alleged abuse connected to a dorm master at Geelong Grammar’s Toorak Campus during the early 1970s.

Our team has extensive experience representing survivors of institutional abuse and achieving significant outcomes on their behalf.

If you, or someone you know may have experienced abuse, made complaints at the time, or have information relevant to these matters, we encourage you to contact our team confidentially on 1300 333 300, or send us a message on Facebook.

26/05/2026

CALL FOR WITNESSES- MELBOURNE GRAMMAR 1970s

Arnold Thomas & Becker is seeking witnesses and information relating to alleged abuse connected to a teacher known as Mr Lindsay Wright at Melbourne Grammar during the mid to late 1970s.

Our team has extensive experience acting for survivors of institutional abuse and securing significant outcomes on their behalf.

If you, or someone you know may have experienced abuse, made complaints at the time, or have information relevant to these matters, we encourage you to contact our team confidentially on 1300 333 300, or send us a message on Facebook.

22/05/2026

Arnold Thomas & Becker is again seeking witnesses into investigations of alleged abuse by Frank McCracken in the 1970s and 1980s.

McCracken was involved with St George’s Presbyterian Church in Geelong, but was also known to visit multiple churches and areas in Victoria, including Croydon and Glen Iris.

Any information you may have could help in the fight to achieve justice for survivors.

If you, or someone you know may have experienced abuse, made complaints at the time, or have information relevant to these matters, we encourage you to contact our team confidentially on 1300 333 300, or send us a message on Facebook.

20/05/2026

In regional communities, people step up when it matters.

A prison worker who was injured stopping an escaping inmate was later blamed instead of supported- until he fought back and won.

Stories like this hit differently in Gippsland. People here know what hard work looks like. They know what loyalty looks like too.

But when workers are injured, the system doesn’t always do the right thing.

At Arnold Thomas & Becker, we stand beside injured workers across Gippsland and regional Victoria when insurers and employers try to shift blame or avoid responsibility.

You shouldn’t have to fight alone after a workplace injury.

From Morwell to Warrnambool to Traralgon to Warragul- we’re here to help regional Victorians stand up to the system. If you’ve been injured at work, get in touch with one of our Workcover specialists today on 1300 333 300.

Arnold Thomas & Becker. No Win. No Fee. No Fear.

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A dedicated prison maintenance officer accused of 'playing the hero' after he bravely tried to stop a prisoner from escaping has enjoyed a rare win against his cold-hearted bosses.

19/05/2026

A Victorian woman who says she unnecessarily lost an o***y has become the first former patient of disgraced Melbourne gynaecologist Simon Gordon to file court proceedings.

The case follows a wave of allegations involving aggressive surgeries allegedly performed on women whose pathology results later showed little or no evidence of endometriosis.

Arnold Thomas & Becker is representing women seeking answers after what many describe as life-altering procedures carried out without proper justification.

The allegations have sparked widespread concern across Victoria, with hundreds of former patients reportedly coming forward.

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Simon Gordon allegedly told a patient he removed her o***y and fallopian tube after discovering extensive endometriosis, concealing pathology results that showed otherwise.

14/05/2026

CALL FOR WITNESSES- BALLARAT PRIMARY SCHOOL 1970s-1980s

Were you a student at a Ballarat primary school during the 1970s or 1980s?

Arnold Thomas & Becker is calling on former students, families or witnesses with information relating to former teacher Rex Ryan.

Court proceedings have revealed allegations relating to Mr Ryan’s conduct at several schools across Ballarat and surrounding areas, including:

• Mount Pleasant Primary School
• Ballarat East (Eureka Street) Primary School
• Dana Street Primary School
• Windermere Primary School
• Miners Rest Primary School
• Golden Point Primary School
• Redan Primary School
• Wendouree West Primary School
• Black Hill Primary School

If you, or someone you know may have experienced abuse, made complaints at the time, or have information relevant to these matters, we encourage you to contact our team confidentially on 1300 333 300, or send us a message on Faceook.

06/05/2026

CALL FOR INFORMATION- NIDDRIE HIGH SCHOOL 1973-76

We’re seeking assistance from the community.

Our legal team is looking for copies of yearbooks from Niddrie High School dating between 1973 and 1976.

These materials may help support a current matter by confirming a former student’s attendance at the school during that period.

If you, a family member, or someone you know has access to any yearbooks from these years, we’d greatly appreciate your help.

Anyone who can help is encouraged to contact Arnold Thomas & Becker on 1300 333 300 or send us a message on Facebook.

All discussions are strictly confidential.