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Virgin class action trial good candidate for ‘imaginative’ use of AI: judge
A judge has ordered the parties in an investor class action against Virgin to consult with experts on how to use AI in an upcoming seven-week trial, one day after the judge made similar orders in a class action against Blue Sky.
Robodebt class action funder goes to appeals court over payout
Litigation funder Omni Bridgeway is challenging a decision that halved its $71 million commission in the Robodebt class action, which settled for $550 million.
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Eastwood Shopping Centre investor owed $30M from $155M sale
A billionaire Chinese property developer who has been exiled from Australia owes nearly $30 million to an investor who sank $20 million into the Eastwood Shopping Centre, which the developer sold for $155 million in 2021.
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Mitre 10 franchisee dodges costs in fight over Bunnings store
A family-owned Mitre 10 franchisee will not be on the hook for costs if its loses a novel suit seeking to block Bunnings from opening a $36 million store next to its Jimboomba store, with a judge saying the case will provide guidance on the misuse of market power effects test.
Aldi produce wholesaler admits liability in ACCC cartel case
Produce wholesaler Perfection Fresh has admitted liability in the competition watchdog's case alleging it made price-fixing arrangements with other suppliers before submitting weekly quotes to Aldi. 
Activist socked with costs after solicitor leaked settlement to Sky News
A pro-Israel activist has been hit with indemnity costs after a judge found a settlement deed with Newtown, Sydney restaurant Cairo Takeaway had been breached when his solicitor leaked details of the agreement to journalists.
BDO director brings strike-out bid in ASIC case over Dubber audit reports
A BDO director has filed a strike-out bid in ASIC’s case over alleged false and misleading reports for ASX-listed software company Dubber, with the accounting firm flagging its support for the application. 
ARN considered Jackie O show with Karl Stefanovic, court hears
Australian Radio Network considered offering radio personality Jackie O Henderson a show with Karl Stefanovic after she and long-time co-host Kyle Sandilands had an on-air falling out in February, a court has heard.
Blue Sky class action judge mulls AI fix after costs reach $20M
A judge overseeing a shareholder class action over the collapse of fund manager Blue Sky will explore how artificial intelligence can be used to reduce costs in the case, which have already reached $20 million.
NT housing class action judge adds restitution case to initial trial
A class action against the Northern Territory's public housing authority has persuaded a judge to include questions relating to restitution in an initial trial.