Client Cases

(2013–2014)

Various Police Officers v Commissioner of Police

This was a defamation claim brought against the Commissioner after an Assistant Commissioner made false and defamatory comments about the officers, during a major employment dispute. Proceedings were filed and a substantial settlement was quickly secured.

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Opuha Dam

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

Southern Response Concealment Class Action 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.