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Workplace Observer – Issue 4
In this issue, we examine the Fair Work Commission’s significant Full Bench decision to vary all modern awards following the Full Court’s ruling on workplace delegates’ rights, and what the corrected award terms mean for employers managing delegate representation, communication and training entitlements. We also explore recent Federal Court enforcement action highlighting the limits of union right of entry, including practical guidance for site occupiers on managing entry requests lawfully and safely. Finally, we consider proposed federal reforms that would introduce a minimum right to request to work from home, and how these potential changes could reshape employer obligations in responding to flexible work requests.
13 December 2024
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For overseas investors and businesses considering doing business in Australia, asking the right questions is crucial to understanding the key and unique legal aspects that can impact commercial success.
With recent developments – including increased regulatory requirements, climate and sustainability reporting, corporate disclosures, and compliance obligations – Carter Newell’s ‘Doing Business in Australia Guide’ assists in highlighting these factors applicable across a wide range of industries.
1 March 2023
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The Professional Liability Guide 2nd edition will again provide assistance to underwriters, claims managers, brokers, and their professional clients and advisers in evaluating the potential exposure to claims that fall under the purview of professional liability insurance.
1 December 2020
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The 7th edition Workplace Advisory Gazette examines a number of cases of general application, including cases relating to dismissals arising from disparaging comments made about employers and clients, the classification of workers in the gig economy, and the recovery of damages paid by an employer as a result of the serious misconduct of an employee.
