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Two US jury verdicts last week in cases over alleged harms caused to children by social media platforms have spurred plaintiff firms to weigh class actions in Australia.
NAB settles union test case over ‘excessive’ work hours
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The Finance Sector Union has reached a resolution with National Australia Bank in a test case by four managers who were allegedly required to work “unreasonable” unpaid hours for years.
AFL hit with new head knock class action
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The law firm that’s running a class action against the AFL on behalf of players who allegedly suffered on-field brain injuries has filed a new representative proceeding targeting 10 more clubs.
Ex-ACM head Antony Catalano in row over St Kilda penthouse defects
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Former ACM head Antony Catalano and his wife are seeking compensation over alleged defects in the the façade of their $30 million St Kilda penthouse apartment, while attempting to sell the swanky digs for $6 million less than the initial asking price.
Monash College sued for $22M in rent under student housing deal
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The operator of the Urbanest student accommodation in Melbourne has sued Monash College for $22.2 million in damages, claiming the university breached a contract over unoccupied bed rent.
Ingenia must repay homeowners after ‘excessive’ rent hike
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A tribunal has dealt a blow to ASX-listed residential park owner Ingenia, ordering it to repay 50 per cent of the rent charged to residents at a Queensland park whose rent was raised by more than 26 per cent following a market review.
Blackstone Australian real estate head Chris Tynan steps down
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US-based private equity giant Blackstone has reshuffled the leadership of its Australian real estate arm after head Chris Tynan stepped down for his role following a string of billion-dollar deals.
Jones Day poaches head of Clayton Utz’s construction practice
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Jones Day has poached the head of Clayton Utz’s construction practice, with the reputable parter to join the US-based firm at a pivotal time for major projects.
MinterEllison brings on infrastructure partner from Pinsent Masons
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MinterEllison has recruited a construction and infrastructure partner with more than 22 years of experience from Pinsent Masons to meet growing client demand for advice on large-scale projects.
Judge won’t make freezing order in defects class action
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A judge has dismissed an application for a freezing order against the developer behind a NSW Central Coast office block at the centre of a class action over alleged defects, including sub-par air conditioning.