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.

Related Media

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.

Quake Outcasts Part One

The firm represented 46 owners of uninsured property in ‘red zones’ created after the February 2011 quake.

Quake Outcasts Part Two

The Earthquake Minister was required to reconsider and make a fresh offer to uninsured red zone owners.
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