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Philips accused of knowing supply of dangerous CPAP machines
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has launched legal action against Philips Electronics for allegedly supplying CPAP and BiPAP devices, used to assist individuals with sleep apnea, which it knew posed risks to users. 
Judge questions law firms ‘passing the prize around’ by teaming up to run class actions
The judge overseeing two competing class actions against Google has issued a warning to law firms that agree to team up and work on a class action together, saying that in other markets such arrangements might be viewed as “something akin to a cartel”.
Choosi misled customers with insurance comparison service, ASIC claims
Insurance comparison site Choosi has been taken to court by ASIC for allegedly misleading its users by almost exclusively comparing funeral and life insurance policies from one insurer.
IAG denies claims in loyalty discounts class action
Insurance Australia Limited and Insurance Manufacturers of Australia have denied a class action's claims that they misled insurance customers about loyalty discounts by calculating their premiums using an algorithm designed to maximise renewals. 
Fourth law firm mulls ad tech class action against Google
A fourth law firm is investigating a class action against Google for allegedly abusing its dominance in the market for online advertising.
Judge won’t let ACCC case against Spotless, Ventia get ‘totally unwieldy’
The judge hearing the ACCC’s price-fixing case against Downer EDI's Spotless and Ventia has proposed an initial hearing to determine if the companies are in competition, saying he won't let the case become “totally unwieldy”.
Exactech settles class action over alleged faulty implants
Medical device maker Exactech has reached a settlement in a class action over alleged defective implants, following the US company's bankruptcy.
Competition cop confirms REA Group investigation
The competition watchdog confirmed Thursday it was investigating real estate listings company REA Group.
ACCC has concerns about $475M merger of rural retailers Elders, Delta
The ACCC has raised concerns about the proposed acquisition by ASX-listed Elders of Delta Agribusiness, saying it could reduce competition in agriculture products.