First decision under class action regime in QLD – guidance to manufacturers and producers on duty of care and product information disclosure

Mallonland Pty Ltd & Anor v Advanta Seeds Pty Ltd [2021] QSC 74 is the first case decided under the class action regime in Queensland. The decision provides guidance to manufacturers and producers on the extent of their duty of care to the end users of their products. The judgment also clarifies what methods of product information disclosure are appropriate.

Nicholas Andreatidis QC appeared for the plaintiffs and Mei Ying Barnes appeared for the defendant. Counsel have authored the below concise case note outlining the reasoning behind the decision and possible legal implications.

First decision under class action regime in QLD – guidance to manufacturers and producers on duty of care and product information disclosure