Frequently Asked Questions

The High Court has approved the EQC Land class action as an 'opt out' class action. This means that if you meet the class definition you will be automatically part of the class action unless you explicitly 'opt out' (so you do not need to do anything to join).

Please note that the approval of the class action is currently being appealed by EQC / NHC. The plaintiffs in this case are also appealing, but this is for the inclusion of those with ILV and those with assigned claims that are currently not included in the class definition.

The 'class definition' is set out in the 'Can I Join?' tab here.

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 homeowner’s situation (for example how much EQC has already paid, the extent of damage, etc).

Nothing.

If in the future you receive a settlement as a result of the class action, the litigation funder will charge a fee.  This fee will be determined by the Court based on an application made to it.

You will never be asked to pay any money up front or pay for a share of any costs – it’s simply a deduction off any amount you are entitled to receive once the class action is resolved.  

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

The class action is funded by and the funder will pay for all costs.

Our team believes this case has merit, however, litigation is, by its very nature, inherently risky and it is not possible to predict the outcome, or how long the case may take to be finally resolved.

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.  There is also no risk to each claimant.

No, it costs nothing to register.

No, registration will not make you a client of Grant Shand Barristers & Solicitors.  It simply provides a way to keep you informed about developments and the progress of the class action.