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Bodum loses case against Maxwell & Williams despite ‘conscious imitation’
Danish glassware brand Bodum has lost its intellectual propety suit against Maxwell & Williams, despite a court finding the homewares company's coffee glasses were a “conscious imitation” of Bodum's products. 
Pianist’s case against MSO to clarify contractor rights, court hears
A case by a concert pianist whose performance was cancelled after public remarks about Israel’s conduct in Gaza will clarify whether organisations can contract out of discrimination protections, a trial has heard.
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Ex-Colliers director loses claim he lost out on buying more posh Paddington pad
An appeals court has mostly rejected the claims of a former Colliers director who says he lost out on purchasing a more expensive property in the affluent Sydney suburb of Paddington due to commissions his former employer failed to pay. 
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Clifford Chance hires HSF Kramer lawyer to build out projects offering in Australia
Magic Circle firm Clifford Chance, which boasts one of the leading projects and energy transition teams in the UK, is deepening its expertise in Australia, hiring a lawyer from HSF Kramer to build an environment and planning team. 
Third class action firm circles James Hardie over FY26 guidance
A third law firm has launched a shareholder class action investigation into James Hardie's alleged inadequate disclosures about troubles in its North American fiber cement unit in a market guidance for the 2026 financial year.
Rebels accuses Rugby Australia of ‘cowardly betrayal’, as trial kicks off
Trial has kicked off in the defunct super rugby team Melbourne Rebels' Federal Court fight against Rugby Australia, with the club accusing the league of a "cowardly betrayal".
Snaffle operator hit with $33.5M penalty for inflated prices
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has won a $33.5 million penalty against the operator of online retailer Snaffle for charging consumers inflated prices and overcharging on credit contracts.
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HWL Ebsworth settles investors’ case over Belmore development
Investors have settled a case against HWL Ebsworth and a former partner that alleged the firm was liable for lost money in connection with projects by property developer Belmore 88.
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Council can revise $7.6M case against Aquatec Maxcon
The local council in South Burnett, Queensland has won leave to add claims of misleading and deceptive conduct to its case against Aquatec Maxcon over upgrades to a water treatment plant.