Frequently Asked Questions

No, it costs nothing to register.

Running each individual claim through the courts would be costly and time consuming.  Being able to combine class member’s claims that involve common questions of fact and law, reduces the average cost of litigation by only addressing the common issues once at trial, instead of multiple times.

It is not possible at this stage to provide any specific figure on what you could expect to receive.  This is due to a variety of factors that are unique to each claimant's situation.

No.

Registering will not make you a client of Grant Shand Barristers & Solicitors.  Registering simply provides a way to keep you informed about developments and the progress of the class action.

Nothing.

If you are due any amount as a result of this class action, the litigation funder will deduct a fee from any settlement monies received or judgment sum awarded.  You will never be asked to pay any money up front or pay for a share of any costs – it’s simply a deduction from any amount you are entitled to receive once the class action is resolved.  You will not pay any legal fees.

Members of the class action will have no liability for legal or court costs if the class action is unsuccessful.

You may need to sign a Litigation Funding Agreement at a later date.

Where you are insured for the loss or damage then your insurer may have the rights to bring proceedings and give notice(s) in any class action.  This will depend on the wording of your insurance policy.  We recommend you get independent advice if you are unsure.