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A Federal Court ruling in favor of a fast food employee subjected to severe sexual harassment sets a significant precedent on sex-based harassment and the responsibility of employers to maintain a safe 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.

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.

When the chair of a regional development committee claimed she was subject to racist discrimination and bullying at work, she applied for a stop-bullying order.

A doctor claiming sex discrimination has failed to have an employee relations manager and four other employees joined as a party to his claim.

Can an employer legally withdraw a job offer after it’s been accepted? Learn what happens when a job offer is rescinded before the start date and the legal risks involved.

A recent safety scare has sparked calls to restrict men’s roles in childcare, but is targeting one gender really the answer? Discover why such bans could backfire and what smarter, fairer approaches might look like.

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.

Is bullying at work actually illegal under the WHS Act? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think. Recent updates and legal duties suggest there’s more to it than just workplace policy.

A court awarded nearly $1 million to a former officer after workplace bullying by his superior led to severe psychiatric harm. The case highlights the real risks of toxic leadership and employer liability.