The expression 'as a direct result of the offence' in s 85B of the Sentencing Act 1991 (Vic) does not require the offence to be the sole cause of injury; it requires the offence to play a significant role in bringing about the injury, excluding only results tenuously related to the crime. The presence of multiple potential causes of injury does not necessarily render a compensation application too complex for summary determination under s 85B. Part IVAA of the Wrongs Act 1958 (proportionate liability) does not apply to s 85B compensation claims, but Part IV (contribution between wrongdoers) does.
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