Latest Class Actions News

Shine Justice reshuffles its top management as Simon Morrison steps down from Managing Director to Executive Director to spearhead international growth, particularly in its burgeoning mass torts program, while Carolyn Barker AM maintains overall CEO leadership.

Collins Foods has formalised a settlement deed to resolve a long-running employee class action over 10-minute rest breaks, with Federal Court approval still pending.

Brambles has faced a mixed Federal Court ruling in a class action over its FY17 profit guidance, with some claims upheld and others dismissed. The financial impact remains uncertain as the company reviews the judgment and potential appeals.

Fatfish Group has revealed improper conduct by a former service provider that delayed its 2024 financial reporting, while outlining ongoing legal actions and a strategy to relist on the ASX within four months.

EML Payments has received Supreme Court approval for its $37.36 million shareholder class action settlement, enabling the company to refocus on its strategic growth plans.

ARN Media faces a legal challenge from Kyle Sandilands and his companies, disputing the termination of his contract with KIIS 1065 Sydney. The case, filed in the Federal Court, raises questions about misconduct claims and contractual obligations.

DUG Technology has resolved a US$2.1 million legal dispute with a supplier by agreeing to a US$1.5 million settlement, avoiding further court action without admitting liability.

Collins Foods has agreed to settle a class action over employee 10-minute rest breaks for up to AUD 9 million, pending Federal Court approval. The settlement includes flexible terms based on participant numbers, with no admission of liability.

Keybridge Capital has obtained Italian court orders freezing AUD 4.7 million in assets tied to a waterfront property, as part of ongoing legal efforts to recover funds transferred in 2024.

Structural Monitoring Systems PLC reported a 31% revenue increase to AUD 16.5 million for H1 2025, driven by strong avionics growth and improved profitability despite ongoing litigation and leadership changes.

Shine Justice Ltd has reported a strong turnaround in its half-year results to December 2025, posting an 8% revenue increase and a return to profitability with a $6.7 million net profit. The legal services firm saw robust growth in personal injury litigation and ongoing class actions, despite cash flow challenges from delayed settlements.

Coles Group reported a 2.5% revenue increase to $23.7 billion for the half year ended January 2026, driven by strong supermarket sales, but earnings were weighed down by a $235 million provision linked to a Fair Work Ombudsman ruling. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 41 cents per share.