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Hollard ordered to pay A$2m in first insurer penalty for breach of utmost good faith

October 9 2026

The insurer's conduct reflected a prolonged pattern of claims-management failures rather than an isolated mistake, the court ruled.

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Australian full Federal Court upholds HCF Life ruling dismissing ASIC appeal

June 19 2026

The court found that HCF Life's pre-existing condition clauses did not create a significant imbalance, while leaving intact the earlier finding that the terms could mislead consumers.

Federal Court confirms A$35m penalty against Bupa over misleading claims conduct

December 11 2025

The Federal Court’s decision confirms systemic errors in Bupa’s handling of mixed coverage and uncategorised claims.