This Month
Four Frenchmen in court over luxury goods heist from Canberra home
But the men dispute claims they took $10 million worth of goods, allegedly including a Richard Mille RM 88 which could be worth $6 million second-hand.
Meta and Google found liable in US social media addiction trial
The verdict could mark a turning point in the global backlash against their platforms’ perceived mental health harms to kids and teens.
Top judge heads towards 1300-day judgment milestone
Justice Bernard Murphy hasn’t filed a decision since early December, but still reckons he will finalise his outstanding cases by his June 30 retirement.
Mike Lynch estate ordered to pay HP $1.7b in fraud case
The British tech tycoon was killed with his daughter when his superyacht sank. Now his estate has been denied permission to appeal a billion-dollar fraud verdict.
Fake cases, made up quotes land underworld law firm in AI trouble
A solicitor employed by Sydney gangland lawyer and pro-boxer Ahmed Dib has been lashed for the suspected use of artificial intelligence in court documents.
The woman hired to manage Antony Catalano
Salvaging the Cat’s tattered reputation is no small task, but Lahra Carey has a history of tough clients.
Court operations in peril as transcription giant enters administration
VIQ Solutions produces the recordings and transcripts that are essential to the day-to-day work of Australia’s busiest courts, including the Federal Court.
Antony Catalano’s interwoven family and commercial interests
In four days, the Cat has gone from executive chair of Australian Community Media to checking himself into rehab following allegations of domestic violence.
Luke Sayers’ wife wants a jury to hear her claims against him
The former president of Carlton Football Club is locked in a legal battle with his spouse, who is accusing him of defaming her and invading her privacy.
Ainsworth heir takes his family’s former pokies giant to court
A long battle between Ainsworth Game Technology and Kjerulf Ainsworth, the son of its founder, over a takeover from Novomatic has landed in Federal Court.
Atlassian’s court foe used to be its biggest cheerleader
Mike Cannon-Brookes isn’t winning any awards for his human resources skills. But tech workers aren’t always easy to manage, either.
Harrods is still haunted by crimes of former owner Al Fayed
The famous retailer has set aside millions to compensate victims of the serial sexual abuser, but many believe the public statements of contrition are just window dressing.
Luke Sayers alleges estranged wife stole information given to AFL
The former Carlton president, in defending himself against a defamation action, says a photo posted on his X account last year was taken for medical purposes.
Sydney designer Katie Perry wins against Katy Perry
The High Court says the Hunters Hill designer can keep using her trademark in a ruling with big consequences for Australian brands.
Court blow to V’landys in Australian Turf Club fight
The ATC board directors took Racing NSW to court after it tried to place the racing club into administration.
Former Macquarie executive says her fraud concerns were ignored
Ronalee Balog claims she was later illegally sacked despite being on maternity leave amid a souring relationship with her seniors at the asset management giant.
Can Crispin Odey convince a judge he’s a victim of regulatory crusade?
The gambit by the disgraced financier to rebuild his reputation will provide a crucial test of the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s powers.
Justice Lee’s Star ruling ranged from Kierkegaard to Lent
The Federal Court judge is fresh from penning a debut screenplay, and it shows in the theatrical lilt of his decision in ASIC’s landmark pursuit of the casino.
Michael Lee’s judgment leaves legacy for Sally Pitkin and friends
The market and shareholders may expect higher standards of boards these days, but that doesn’t mean ASIC can enforce them (in this case, at least).
Three lessons stick out from Lee’s Star judgment
Modern law expects significantly more from boardrooms than the “languid, listless indifference of gentleman directors” tolerated in earlier eras.
