Craig Budsworth
Co-Founder, CreditHire Assist
Craig has more than thirty years inside credit hire and motor claims, from Glaisyers to AX. He writes about how credit hire actually works in practice, the operational discipline that wins files, and the BHR and intervention arguments that come up week after week.
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Arsalan v Rixon Explained: What the High Court Decision Means for Credit Hire in Australia
The 2021 High Court decision is the landmark case for Australian credit hire. This article breaks down the key principles, what was left unanswered, and how different states have responded.
Rate Disputes in Australian Credit Hire: How Courts Decide What's "Reasonable"
A deep dive into how Australian courts assess rate evidence, the difference between "bottom of the range" and median approaches, and practical steps for defending your rates.
Miller v McKnight: How Western Australia Is Shaping National Credit Hire Law
The 2025 WASCA decision on mitigation, bundled services, and "non-compensable benefits" has significant implications for credit hire across every Australian state.