The Nine Network's Federal Court victory over high-profile surgeon Munjed Al Muderis marks the first time a media organisation has successfully defended a defamation action on public interest grounds. The Law Report takes an in-depth look at the case and what the ruling means for public interest journalism.
And who can claim to be a film's director? Two people who both say they directed a documentary being screened at the Melbourne International Film Festival are at the centre of an unusual legal fight.
Guests:
David Rolph, Professor of Law, University of Sydney
Chris Round, Intellectual property lawyer, K&L Gates
Al Muderis v Nine Network Australia Pty Limited (Trial Judgment) [2025] FCA 909
McCallum v Projector Films Pty Ltd [2025] FCA 903
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Orthopaedic surgeon, Dr Munjed al Muderis.