Analysis
Expect more settlements after major shareholder class action wins
With two historic court wins for shareholders, 2026 is shaping up to be a momentous year for securities class actions, with lawyers expecting a resurgence of cases and a renewed eagerness for the negotiating table.
Appeals
Former EY partner loses appeal in dispute with National Tiles
A former EY partner has lost his appeal in a fight with National Tiles over an alleged $1 million lost opportunity to acquire shares, despite the court finding the tiling retailer breached the cooperation terms of the agreement.
Gaming
Star Sydney hit with $10M fine from NSW gaming regulator
The Star Sydney has been hit with $10 million in fines from the state’s gaming regulator, which accused the casino of allowing some patrons to gamble for over 36 hours straight.
Class Actions
Arrium directors’ ‘misreading’ of class action no reason to block changes, court told
A shareholder class action against Arrium directors and auditor KPMG over the $4 billion collapse of the steel manufacturer is seeking to amend its case, saying a “misreading” of the original pleading is no basis to refuse the application.
AI
Victoria’s top judge speaks out on dangers posed by AI
Victoria's top judge has spoken out on the dangers posed by the use of artificial intelligence in the legal system, saying the technology can mimic but not replace human decision-making.
White Collar
CDPP drops insider trading charges against Big Un CFO
The CDPP has dropped insider trading charges against the CFO of defunct video producer Big Un, after a hung jury couldn't reach a decision on the charges following a five-week trial.
Business of Law
Law firm accused of mishandling $1.2M asbestos claim
A Victorian law firm has been named in a dispute between Cement Australia and a now-defunct subsidiary over a $1.2 million asbestos claim payout, with the firm accused of failing to engage in mediation or comply with timetabling orders.
Business of Law
Lander & Rogers nabs litigation team from Johnson Winter Slattery
Lander & Rogers has snagged two Johnson Winter Slattery commercial disputes lawyers with decades of experience advising the country's regulators, who will bring a team of eight along with them.
Insurance
IAG reaches settlement in $4B litigation over Greensill collapse
Insurance Australia Limited has settled $4 billion action brought by Germany's Greensill Bank and its administrator ahead of a six-month trial against the insurer and others over the failure of the trade financier.
Class Actions
Class action drops 2,000 group members from Carnival norovirus case
A Shine Lawyers-run class action over norovirus outbreaks on the Sun Princess cruise ship is cutting two of eight cruises from its case, a change set to affect up to 2,000 group members.
