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Law vs science: scientific evidence and causation in class action litigation
In this Insight, we consider how class action judges have approached cases with highly contested scientific evidence, the key takeaways that emerge and what it all means for the parties involved in class actions. ...
Three ways to avoid construction project disputes
Three ways to avoid construction project disputes ...
Terminating M&A deals for material adverse change
In October 2024, the English Commercial Court delivered an important decision in BM Brazil concerning the ability of a buyer to rely on a material adverse change (MAC) condition to terminate an M&A deal. ...
Allens advises LGT Crestone on acquisition of Commonwealth Private Advice
The business includes 19 investment advisers, approximately 500 clients and more than $5 billion in client assets. As part of the agreement, LGT Crestone will also integrate approximately 40 ...
High Court decision confirms relevance of repairs in assessing damages for defective goods
The High Court yesterday delivered judgment in two appeals from decisions of the Full Federal Court in Toyota v Williams (the Toyota Appeal) and Ford v Capic (the Ford Appeal), both high-profile automotive consumer class actions. ...
APRA increasing scrutiny of expenditure by superannuation trustees
In this Insight, we highlight what APRA plans to do over the coming 12 months through surveillance and enforcement action and areas of its likely focus, and then set out practical steps trustees can take now to prepare for increased scrutiny and possible enforcement action from APRA. ...
Activist shareholders are becoming more efficient, more sophisticated and better resourced
Shareholder activists are increasingly using novel tactics to influence the strategies of companies. While campaigns continue to focus on the full spectrum of key issues like M&A activity, busines ...
Evolving litigation landscape: recent ESG disputes trends
In this Insight, we spotlight emerging trends, reflect on potential implications for future ESG-related disputes and provide practical guidance on both managing stakeholder expectations and mitigating the risk of litigation. ...
Tesseract v Pascale - Proportionate liability in arbitration
The High Court's recently handed-down judgment in Tesseract International Pty Ltd v Pascale Construction Pty Ltd  has significant implications for parties subject to existing arbitration agreements and considering it as a mode of dispute resolution in future contracts. ...
Preparing for voluntary standards and mandatory legislation: a deep dive into Australia's evolving AI regulatory landscape
Over the past few weeks, the Australian Government has published a series of standards, proposals and policies which foreshadow the principles likely to be adopted in mandatory AI legislation once introduced. ...