Client Cases

(2011–2013)

Quake Families

GCA acted for about 55 families who lost loved ones in the Christchurch earthquake of February 2011. Representation was arranged for the group before the Royal Commission of Inquiry, where all matters of concern as to future prevention and related issues, were resolved.

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Tory Channel Property Owners v Fast Ferry operators

GCA acted for a large number of property owners in Queen Charlotte Sound who were adversely affected by the wave action caused...

Opuha Dam

Civil claims were initiated for a large number of farmers who were adversely effected by the sudden collapse of the Opuha Dam.

Ross v Southern Response Earthquake Services Ltd

GCA acted in a major class action against Southern Response on behalf of around 3000 claimants, arising from alleged concealment of information relevant to Canterbury earthquake insurance claims. The case resulted in a historic first opt-out order and a settlement under which eligible class members recovered 100% of their assessed damages.

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