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Nature’s Care founders can’t suppress all docs in fight with ATO
A judge has rejected sweeping suppression orders sought by the founders of vitamin giant Nature’s Care over documents in a $200 million tax debt stoush with the Deputy Commissioner of Taxation, instead making limited suppression orders in light of the “serious” allegations made in the case. 
Gadens nabs defamation partner from Banki Haddock Fiora
Law firm Gadens has strengthened its IP and defamation practice with the appointments of a partner and associate from rival Banki Haddock Fiora. 
Brittany Higgins’ statements in $2.4M settlement deed in spotlight in Lehrmann case
A judge preparing to deliver his decision in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Ten has sought clarity from the TV network on submissions addressing alleged inconsistencies in Brittany Higgins' settlement deed with the Commonwealth, querying whether the alleged rape victim should be recalled to the stand.
Former AFL player loses COVID-19 vaccine case against Channel 9
Former AFL player and sports presenter Warren Tredea has failed in his $1.5 million breach of contract case against Channel 9, which terminated an agreement with him for refusing to have a COVID-19 vaccine.
Shandee Blackburn’s mum loses bid for serious harm hearing in defamation case
The mother of murder victim Shandee Blackburn has lost her bid to have a judge decide ahead of trial whether acquitted suspect John Peros suffered serious harm from Facebook posts that allegedly accused him of being a murderer.
Brittany Higgins’ rape claim doesn’t get more persuasive if court rejects Lehrmann’s story, his lawyers say
The court might find Bruce Lehrmann's story implausible, but that doesn't mean Brittany Higgins' alleged rape is the only possible alternative to what happened in Parliament House five years ago, Lehrmann's lawyers have told a court.
ABC host sacked for post on Gaza sues for unfair termination
A former ABC radio host has filed a Federal Court lawsuit against her former employer after she was fired for sharing a post by Human Rights Watch on her personal Instagram account about alleged war crimes committed by Israel in Gaza.
Producer sues ABC for $290,000 in alleged underpayments
A senior ABC producer has sued the broadcaster, alleging he's owed $290,000 in underpayments, including for working an average 70 hours a week on the documentary series 'Australian Story'.
Maddocks nabs IP pro from Ashurst
Maddocks has recruited a special counsel from Ashurst to head up its trade marks and brand protection practice. 
Judge vindicates Lisa Wilkinson’s decision to ditch Ten’s legal team
A judge has found that Lisa Wilkinson acted reasonably in ditching Network Ten’s legal team in a defamation case brought by Bruce Lehrmann, noting the “distrust” between the presenter and her former employer as well as other matters, including a retainer Ten's solicitors had with The Australian newspaper.