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Bruce Lehrmann granted extension to consider appeal of defamation ruling in Network Ten case

Justice Michael Lee labels Ten lawyer’s comments outside court following judgment ‘discourteous’ and ‘misleading’

The Guardian - AU

Lehrmann granted time extension to launch defamation judgment appeal

Question remains about millions in legal fees.

The Canberra Times

Bruce Lehrmann to pay Peter FitzSimons thousands in legal costs

Lehrmann will pay the columnist $4,616 to cover cost of producing documents during failed defamation case against Channel Ten and Lisa Wilkinson

The Guardian - AU

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Afternoon Update: Ten says Lehrmann lawsuit ‘deliberately wicked’; Beau Lamarre’s lawyer flags mental health defence; and the return of acai

Network says defamation case an abuse of process and that Lerhmann should pay its legal fees

The Guardian - AU

Ten wants costs for 'deliberately wicked' Lehrmann case

Network Ten has sought costs from Bruce Lehrmann, saying the ex-Liberal staffer gambled with his defamation case to conceal his rape of Brittany Higgins.

AAP

Bruce Lehrmann should pay Ten’s entire legal bill after ‘deliberately wicked’ decision to sue, network says

In court submissions, Ten’s lawyers argue Lehrmann should indemnify the network for its legal costs, estimated at $8m

The Guardian - AU

Lehrmann rejected 'walk away' offer ahead of defamation trial

Lehrmann should cover all legal costs after 'wicked, calculated' suit: Ten.

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Seven to investigate Bondi blunder

Seven is investigating its misnaming of the Bondi Junction killer, the latest Newspoll results, and Brittany Higgins’ apology isn’t enough for Linda Reynolds.

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Brittany Higgins hopes Bruce Lehrmann rape finding sets ‘new precedent’ for sexual assault survivors

In her first statement since a judge dismissed Lehrmann’s defamation action, Higgins also takes swipe at Seven’s Spotlight program

The Guardian - AU

'Time to heal': Higgins breaks silence on Lehrmann case

Brittany Higgins has spoken for the first time following Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case, thanking the judge for his "trauma-informed approach".

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'I was raped': Higgins speaks out for first time since judgment

'It is now time to heal.'

The Canberra Times

Bruce Lehrmann's trail of destruction through the ACT

Harsh spotlight exposed cracks. How are they being patched?

The Canberra Times

Brittany Higgins received $2.4m in compensation. Why are some now saying she should pay it back?

Judgment in Bruce Lehrmann defamation case has prompted calls for anti-corruption commission to investigate the payout, but one expert says it’s ‘nonsense’

The Guardian - AU

Channel Seven seeks ‘people and culture manager’ amid Lehrmann fallout, but where is the head of news?

As other executives exit, Seven staff are asking why Craig McPherson has remained so quiet. Plus: Jamelle Wells entangles ABC in brumbies row

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NACC unlikely to fault government over Brittany Higgins’ compo claim, ex-judge says

A former judge who reportedly argued for the anti-corruption body to investigate the payout says his words were ‘misunderstood’.

The Canberra Times

Could Lehrmann face contempt of court action in the ACT? Who decides?

'Inescapable conclusion' Lehrmann gave Seven access to docs: judge.

Newcastle Herald

Private crimes have very public consequences for far too many of us

Letters: 'The law really is an ass.'

AAP

Lehrmann finding debunks cover-up claim, Senator says

Senator Linda Reynolds claims the Lehrmann defamation judgement has "finally set the record straight" over claims she attempted to cover up a rape allegation.

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The Guardian - AU

How are we to understand the pervasive journalistic arrogance of the Bruce Lehrmann imbroglio?

The defamation case against Network Ten revealed media mediocrity plus a lack of self-awareness and humility. Many journalists should have known better

Crikey

Liz Truss’ revisionism and a rocky start to post-case life for Bruce Lehrmann

We pick through Liz Truss’ new book and note Bruce Lehrmann’s post-defo trial career is off to a bad start.

Crikey

Reynolds still pursuing Higgins

Linda Reynolds will continue her defamation proceedings against Brittany Higgins, private school funding is under the spotlight, and new environmental protection laws are a win for… miners?

The Canberra Times

'Quashed the false notion': Sex Discrimination Commissioner welcomes Lehrmann judgement

'Justice Michael Lee dispelled damaging myths about rape and consent'.

The Guardian - AU

Bruce Lehrmann defamation case: what happens next and who pays the legal bills?

Case to return to court on Monday for a hearing on costs, where Lehrmann may be ordered to pay Ten’s legal fees on top of his own

Crikey

Legal system delivers collateral vindication for Brittany Higgins — at a steep price

The Federal Court may have found that Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins, but her vindication is only the result of a powerful media company becoming involved in the vortex of litigation that resulted from her claims.

Crikey

The truth defence succeeded in the Lehrmann saga, but journalists’ lies failed us

Every mainstream media outlet has a lesson to learn in this whole sorry affair.

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