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AAI class action wants to press mandatory insurance claim at trial
A 'junk' insurance class action against Suncorp unit AAI wants an initial trial to deal with the claim -- absent a sample group member -- that car dealers made purchasing a policy necessary for a loan.
Ashurst launches transformational risk team with former Deloitte, EY partners
Ashurst has launched a new risk consultation division designed to provide end-to-end support for clients undergoing major transformations, luring three partners from competitors to head it up.
IP case over basmati rice to venture into ‘darker corners’ of trade mark law
The scope of protection for geographical indications will be at issue in India's appeal of a decision that barred it from registering a trade mark for basmati rice.
Lawyer found to have yelled at opposing solicitor can’t appeal sacking
A family lawyer can't appeal a decision that found her dismissal was justified after she gamed her employer's time recording system and yelled at an opposing solicitor. 
Football player sues amateur league over on-field cardiac arrest
A former Keysborough Football club player has sued a Melbourne amateur league and team after he suffered a cardiac arrest on field after being repeatedly punched.
Court rejects Rio Tinto shareholders’ bid to intervene in Jabiluka mine lease fight
Two firms representing some Rio Tinto shareholders have lost their bid to intervene in Energy Resources' fight to renew its lease for the Jabiluka uranium mine in the Northern Territory.
Russells lawyer got poor review for being ‘not fun’, dismissal suit says
A former senior associate at Russells has sued the Brisbane law firm, alleging she was dismissed after she complained of bullying by a partner.
iSignthis’ John Karantzis could not pay $1.5M penalty, court told
The former CEO of fintech iSignthis would need a loan to pay a $1.5 million penalty sought by the corporate regulator for breaches of directors duties, a court has heard.
Class action PR firm denies hurting United Petroleum’s reputation
The PR firm promoting a class action against United Petroleum has denied it hurt the petrol chain's reputation by publishing an image depicting it as 'evil'.
Holding Redlich brings on team from KPMG Law
Holding Redlich has added a partner and team of six from KPMG Law to boost its public and government law practice.