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Bannister Law off another class action
Bannister Law has stepped down from leading a shareholder class action, the second major class action the firm has recently handed over to a rival firm without explanation.
Ponzi schemer Samra drew funds at ‘near excess’, BankSA admits
Westpac-owned BankSA has admitted that convicted Ponzi schemer Michael Samra withdrew funds at "near excess" of the bank's limits and had insufficient money to honour cheques drawn on his company's bank account.
Dick Smith shareholder must join class action to pursue claims, judge says
A Dick Smith shareholder has lost his bid to bring a separate proceeding against the failed home goods retailer while two class actions are afoot.
Surfstitch judge says court can’t drop opt-out notice to class
A judge has rejected a bid by the applicants in two shareholder class actions against online fashion retailer Surfstitch to push forward with a proposed settlement of the cases without an opt-out notice to group members.
High Court declines Rebel Wilson appeal in defamation case
Rebel Wilson has lost a bid to have the High Court reconsider an appeals court's decision to slash her record $4.75 million award in a defamation case against Bauer Media to $600,000.
Quintis class action lawyers want to peek at insurance docs
Lawyers leading a class action against Quintis want the failed sandalwood oil producer to hand over evidence of any insurance policy that could cover the company and its founder for damages sought in the case.
Surfstitch class action settlement in peril as debate rages over opt-out notice
Judges do not have the power to approve a class action settlement without first issuing an opt-out notice to group members, the court-appointed contradictor in two shareholder class actions against online fashion retailer Surfstitch told the NSW Supreme Court Thursday.
Seven employee sues network for wages after exit to Ten
Seven Network's former director of program partnerships is suing the national broadcaster for putting her on unpaid maternity leave and extending her non-compete period after she resigned for rival Network Ten.
Lawyers take aim in battle to lead BHP class action
The high-stakes contest to run a shareholder class action against BHP has begun, with lawyers for three competing cases all arguing in Federal Court Monday that there can be only one winner.
Guthrie files action against ABC over her sacking
Former ABC boss Michelle Guthrie has launched legal proceedings over her firing last month from the ABC, making an adverse action claim against the broadcaster.