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Bullying allegations did not stand up – dismissal unfair
When a worker was sacked following multiple allegations of discrimination and bullying, she claimed unfair dismissal.
Pre-employment medical examinations: Are they permissible?
Unpack when pre‑employment medical exams are lawful, and how employers can balance safety, privacy and discrimination risks while making defensible hiring decisions.
Sexual harassment at work: migrant women’s experience
A new report has revealed the extent of sexual harassment experienced by migrant women on temporary visas, adding to the picture of exploitation, wage theft and precarious employment in this vulnerable group.
Bid to add parties to s*x case fails
A doctor claiming sex discrimination has failed to have an employee relations manager and four other employees joined as a party to his claim.
Why it’s time to revisit your positive duty obligations
With new enforcement powers in place, passive compliance isn’t enough. This article outlines the key steps every employer must take to meet their legal obligation and avoid serious consequences.
Conducting Sexual Harassment Investigations In The Workplace
Reassess your workplace’s sexual harassment investigation procedures in light of new "positive duty" laws. Learn essential strategies and compliance requirements from Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors.
Conducting Sexual Harassment Investigations In The Workplace
Reassess your workplace’s sexual harassment investigation procedures in light of new "positive duty" laws. Learn essential strategies and compliance requirements from Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors.
Is family favouritism grounds for dismissal or refusal to employ?
Understand the risks of managing workplace nepotism and learn how employers can approach recruitment, performance and dismissal decisions fairly and lawfully.
Retirement Doesn’t Mean Extra Entitlements – Or Does It?
Many employees assume retiring unlocks bonus benefits, but is that really the case? Find out what the law says about long service leave, annual leave, and whether reaching pension age changes your payout.
Workplace diversity: Supporting employees with a disability
Small workplace adjustments can make a powerful difference. Discover how supporting employees with disability can strengthen inclusion, performance, and your organisation as a whole.