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Can I bring my own technology to the hearing?

You can use your own electronic device at a hearing, for example a laptop, tablet, smartphone or USB. 
 

Can I cancel my application?

If you are the applicant, you can ask for permission to withdraw your VCAT application at any time before the hearing, for example, if you change y

Can I change the amount I'm claiming in my application?

You can change the amount of money you want to claim in some dispute types like goods and services disputes or building and construction.

Can I add someone to an application?

If you believe someone is missing from the application and they have a role, you can apply to add them. This is called 'joining a party'.

At a hearing, will the VCAT member know what was discussed in a mediation?

Mediations are confidential. Details of what was discussed are not provided to the VCAT member hearing the case.

Can I have someone speak for me?

If you want someone else to represent you, for example, a family member or friend, you must put this in writing and give it to them.

Can I get the hearing venue changed in a case about guardians and administrators?

In a case about guardianship or administration, the interests of the person with a disability are the most important.

Can VCAT award damages?

Yes, VCAT has the power to award damages in certain types of cases.

Do professional administrators charge fees?

If we appoint a professional administrator (for example, trustee company, lawyer or accountant), the administrator charges a fee for the services t