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Can a dispute about a Deed, be resolved by the Deed in dispute?
The lessons from Rinehart v Hancock Prospecting Whether you’re confused about the heading of this article or identify with it – the question of how …
Pranks and Allegations of Sexual Harassment
Pranks and allegations of sexual harassment Sexual harassment allegations in the workplace are dealt with under Commonwealth and Territory legislation. Sexual harassment occurs when a …
Stop Orders
When you can’t use them, use by volunteers, PLUS the need to demonstrate real bullying Under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), an employee who …
ACTPLA loses bid to revoke development approval
The ACT Planning and Land Authority has lost a case in the ACT Supreme Court where the Applicant, Capital Recycling Solutions, sought an order that …
Employment Law Series: Social Media Case Update
The issue of social media in the employment context is at the forefront of employment law issues presently. It is a grey area. Today, we …
Employment Law Series: Sexual harassment and #metoo – case update
Overview A number of Unfair Dismissal decisions before the FWC this year confirm that the #MeToo movement is gaining traction in Australia, with employers beginning …
Employment Law Series: Disputes arising from employment termination – Unfair dismissal
As we all know, often termination is challenging and if not handled delicately can result in a dispute. The common disputes that arise out of …
Employment Law Series: Disputes arising from employment termination – general protection claims & adverse action
As we all know, often termination is challenging and if not handled delicately can result in a dispute. The common disputes that arise out of …
Employment Law Series: Ending Employment – Serious Misconduct
It is fair for an employer to dismiss an employee without notice or warning when the employee’s conduct is sufficiently serious to justify immediate dismissal …
Employment Law Series: Ending Employment – Resignations
The most common form of employment separation is where an employee provides an employer with Notice of their intention to end the employment relationship. This …
I am in dispute with someone – is Court my only option?
The short answer is no. There are many options available to individuals and organisations in order to resolve a dispute without going to Court. At …
Defamation and Social Media – an update
Defamation is a routine matter to take to Court. Like all legal matters, there are tricks of the trade, but it is a fairly simple …
Statutory demands: What are they, why would I use one and how?
Need to chase a debt from a company? Do you operate a company and someone has issued you a statutory demand? Here is a quick …
Being a Good Advocate: More than Just being the Loudest
As a litigator, I advocate for my clients in the most traditional sense of the word – in the Courtroom. But if you think about …
Holly, tinsel and a lawsuit
It’s that time of year again – it always comes round so quickly! Your office is no doubt buzzing with plans for the Christmas party, …
Bankruptcy
The threat of personal bankruptcy is a common tactic used by creditors in an attempt to recover money from a debtor. It is helpful for …
The Decision in Morrow v Tattsbet Limited
On 4 July 2014 the Federal Circuit Court handed down a useful judgement about betting agency TAB dismissing one of its operators. The decision clarifies …
Defamation and Social Media
What is defamation? Defamation can occur when a person writes something about another person or business that lowers the reputation of that person or business …