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Bodum loses case against Maxwell & Williams despite ‘conscious imitation’
Danish glassware brand Bodum has lost its intellectual propety suit against Maxwell & Williams, despite a court finding the homewares company's coffee glasses were a “conscious imitation” of Bodum's products. 
Pianist’s case against MSO to clarify contractor rights, court hears
A case by a concert pianist whose performance was cancelled after public remarks about Israel’s conduct in Gaza will clarify whether organisations can contract out of discrimination protections, a trial has heard.
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Clifford Chance hires HSF Kramer lawyer to build out projects offering
Magic Circle firm Clifford Chance, which boasts one of the leading projects and energy transition teams in the UK, is deepening its expertise in Australia, hiring a lawyer from HSF Kramer to build an environment and planning team. 
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United Petroleum wins case over Perth Airport’s Qantas promises
United Petroleum has won its case against the operator of Perth Airport claiming it was induced to enter a $900,000 lease and construction agreement with promises of redevelopment at the site, which is now in doubt.
Rebels accuses Rugby Australia of ‘cowardly betrayal’, as trial kicks off
Trial has kicked off in the defunct super rugby team Melbourne Rebels' Federal Court fight against Rugby Australia, with the club accusing the league of a "cowardly betrayal".
Snaffle operator hit with $33.5M penalty for inflated prices
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has won a $33.5 million penalty against the operator of online retailer Snaffle for charging consumers inflated prices and overcharging on credit contracts.
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HWL Ebsworth settles investors’ case over Belmore development
Investors have settled a case against HWL Ebsworth and a former partner that alleged the firm was liable for lost money in connection with projects by property developer Belmore 88.
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Council can revise $7.6M case against Aquatec Maxcon
The local council in South Burnett, Queensland has won leave to add claims of misleading and deceptive conduct to its case against Aquatec Maxcon over upgrades to a water treatment plant.
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Developer loses appeal over deed for $22M Marsden Park property
A Sydney developer has lost its challenge to a ruling over a deed granting it an option to purchase a Marsden Park property, with an appeals court finding it altered its case on appeal.
Judge says medical info needed for mediation in AFL class action
A judge has told group members in a class action against the AFL on behalf of players who allege they suffered on-field brain injuries that they will need to be prepared to hand over medical information for an upcoming mediation to be successful.