Latest Consumer Law News

CSL has been named as the defendant in a group proceeding filed in the Supreme Court of Victoria, covering investors who acquired certain securities between February 2025 and May 2026. The company denies liability and says it will vigorously defend allegations involving continuous disclosure and FY26 performance statements.

Dusk Group has carried its FY26 momentum into the new financial year, with like-for-like sales up 7.2% in the first 15 weeks despite operating six fewer stores. The home-fragrance retailer is now preparing a tightly controlled South African launch while an unresolved ACCC court case remains a material complication.

Amara Minerals has taken a strategic legal step by filing a cross-claim against Great Divide Mining amid a GST indemnity dispute linked to Challenger Mines, intensifying a court battle that remains unresolved.

Credit Clear Limited posted a 28% rise in FY26 revenue to $60 million, boosted by UK acquisitions and organic growth, while defending legal action by the ACCC.

James Hardie Industries has been hit with a new class action in Victoria alleging breaches related to forward-looking financial statements made between May and August 2025. The company denies any wrongdoing and plans to defend vigorously.

The Federal Court found Domino’s liable for misleading conduct over historical pay agreements, awarding underpayment to the lead plaintiff. Wider claims remain unresolved amid ongoing legal uncertainty.

Credit Clear's subsidiaries ARMA and Force Legal are defending allegations by the ACCC of Australian Consumer Law breaches related to debt collection communications over a three-year period.

James Hardie Industries has been hit with a class action in Victoria alleging breaches of Australian corporate and consumer laws related to its financial forecasts. The company denies wrongdoing and plans a vigorous defence.

Australian Clinical Labs has been hit with a class action lawsuit linked to a 2022 cyberattack on Medlab Pathology, alleging breaches of consumer law and duty of care. The company denies the claims and plans a vigorous defence.

ARN Media is confronting a substantial legal claim from former contractor Jacqueline Henderson, who alleges adverse action and bullying following her contract termination. The case also challenges previous ASX disclosures, with compensation sought exceeding $82 million.

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.

Webjet Group’s preliminary 1H26 results reveal resilience in a challenging market, with underlying EBITDA in line with expectations despite a 9% decline. The company revises FY25 figures following an accounting policy change and lowers FY26 EBITDA guidance amid subdued domestic leisure travel and a delayed brand relaunch.