Mass Torts, Insurance & Consumer Litigation
Mass Torts, Insurance & Consumer Litigation Services We Cover
MC Lawyers & Advisers is a trusted commercial law firm providing expert, end-to-end legal services designed to help businesses and individuals navigate complex legal matters with confidence.
Early merits review and case mapping
Clear liability, causation and quantum assessment to shape a scalable litigation plan.
Product liability – pharmaceuticals and medical devices
Evidence-led strategies for defect, warnings and causation across large claimant groups.
Product liability – consumer goods and appliances
Testing, expert briefs and recall interfaces to manage safety and compensation risk.
Environmental contamination and toxic torts
PFAS, asbestos and silica matters with exposure analysis and epidemiology support.
Disaster and catastrophe claims
Bushfire, flood and storm loss recovery, subrogation and insurer coordination.
ACL misleading or deceptive conduct
Consumer law claims on representations, omissions and remedies under the ACL.
Unfair contract terms litigation
Contract audits, defence and remediation where standard form terms are challenged.
Greenwashing and sustainability claims
Substantiation, corrective notices and defence to environmental marketing allegations.
Product safety, recalls and regulator engagement
Rapid risk reviews, recall plans and liaison with the ACCC and TGA.
Insurance coverage disputes
Policy construction, exclusions and section 13 duty of utmost good faith under the Insurance Contracts Act.
Business interruption and property damage
Quantum modelling, forensic accounting and recovery pathways for complex losses.
Professional indemnity and management liability
Defence and coverage for PI, D&O and fidelity matters, including allocation issues.
Time-Based Fees
Our fees are generally calculated by reference to the time required to complete the work and the seniority of the lawyers involved.
Generally applies to: disputes, litigation, urgent matters and work where the scope may develop as the matter progresses.Fixed or Staged Fees
Fixed or staged fees may be available for clearly defined work where the scope, assumptions and required deliverables can be identified in advance.
Availability depends on: the nature of the work, certainty of scope, urgency and any material assumptions or exclusions.Scope, Costs & Funding Requirements
Before substantive work begins, we discuss the proposed scope, likely costs and any funding requirements relevant to the matter.
Confirmed in writing: the applicable charging basis, scope of work and relevant costs information are set out in the engagement documentation.The appropriate fee basis depends on the scope, complexity, urgency, evidence, procedural requirements and the work required. Any available fixed or staged arrangement is confirmed in writing.
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Our Legal Process
The legal system can be complicated and overwhelming, but MC Lawyers & Advisers is here to help you navigate it. Here is our clear, secure and efficient process.
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Initial triage assessment & conflict checks
We identify you, confirm we can act, discuss your matter, and ascertain your objectives.
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Strategy & scope
We outline options, define the scope and costs, and agree on a tailored strategy.
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Evidence & preparation
We collect documents, contact key parties, and prepare filings.
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Resolution & updates
We pursue negotiation, mediation or court, and keep you updated at every milestone.