Allegations concerning Uber’s handling of women passengers’ safety and its response to reports of sexual assault, sexual misconduct and sexual harassment by drivers are being investigated by Slater and Gordon Lawyers in a potential Australian class action.

Despite “egregious” breaches of anti-money laundering laws by Star Sydney and Star Queensland, the Federal Court was reluctant to impose a penalty exceeding $260 million, citing previous financial penalties and the suspension of their casino licenses.

Specialist disputes, regulatory and insolvency boutique Ironbridge Legal has appointed Ava Bentley as partner, bringing to the firm a commercial and insurance litigator who has also worked in in-house legal, governance and risk roles.

Leith Ayres, whose career in the Perth legal profession spans more than 35 years, has left Lavan to join Pragma.