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Major update in fight over Melissa Caddick’s $12k sneakers
Michael Hayter, the solicitor acting for the receivers, told the court at the time that one pair of Christian Dior sneakers purchased by Ms Caddick could be worth approximately $12,000, if it was still in mint condition. On Monday morning, Mr Hayter told Justice Brigitte Markovic that the receivers had come…
Anna Sharpe co-presented to the Meritas’ M+A & Private Equity Group on ‘Data Privacy’.
Yao Rao gave an update on recent changes to data and privacy laws in China and noted that prohibitions on some data flows to countries outside China have recently been eased. Jeffrey Lim made some interesting observations about the balance Singapore’s privacy laws achieves between individuals’ privacy rights on the…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Can HR dismiss an employee for looking for another job?”, published in HRM Online on 19 October 2023
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Can HR dismiss an employee for looking for another job?”, published in HRM Online on 19 October 2023 To read the full article click here …
Helen Kowal discusses with Strata Plus the implications of recent legislative and regulatory reforms in the construction industry of NSW
These reforms, while widely acknowledged as necessary for enhancing the quality of construction work in both new and existing structures, have inadvertently triggered a host of complexities for strata schemes involved in remedial projects, building repairs, and upgrades. To read the full article click here…
2023 Meritas ANZ Two-Week Lawyer Exchange Program
The initiative helps lawyers develop long-lasting relationships and a greater understanding of how other sister firms operate. Lawyers develop long-lasting relationships and develop a greater understanding of how other firms operate. We welcomed Caitlin McNamara from the Brisbane-based firm Bennett & Philp, whilst for the next two weeks Swaab Senior Associate Daniel Miller, will…
Nick Dale appeared in the Federal Court on 11 August 2023 acting for Koshib Investment Pty Ltd which is suing Slater & Gordon Ltd
In the case, Koshib Investment Pty Ltd atf Koshib Fund v Slater & Gordon, Koshib Investment, a self-managed superannuation fund is suing Slater & Gordon Ltd over the compulsory acquisition of its shares in Slater & Gordon Ltd by an entity associated with Allegro Funds. At a contested case management hearing before Federal Court Justice John Halley…
Michael Byrnes presented on 'Tackling the Tough HR Issues' at Clubs Australia 2023 WR&HR Conference
Michael’s presentation covered a range of topics affecting not just Clubs throughout Australia, including Corporate Positions on Topical Issues v Employee Freedom of Speech, Gender Identity Issues, and Professional Life v Private Life …
Michael Byrnes appeared on Channel 7 Sunrise program to discuss a recent WFH unfair dismissal case and the employers use of surveillance technology
Michael Byrnes appeared on Channel 7 Sunrise program this morning, with Natalie Barr to discuss the recently published unfair dismissal case in which an employee brought a claim against her employer after she was terminated for not working (when she was scheduled to work from home). Michael discusses the legal rights of…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “ ‘Inevitable’: Employment lawyers warn Indigenous voice ‘flashpoint’ for worker disputes”, published in The Australian on 9 August 2023
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “ ‘Inevitable’: Employment lawyers warn Indigenous voice ‘flashpoint’ for worker disputes”, published in The Australian on 9 August 2023, Companies such as Qantas, Clayton Utz, Transurban, BHP, Rio Tinto, NAB, Woolworths, and Lendlease have publicly endorsed the voice and will advocate for the Yes campaign…
Michael Hayter appeared on Channel Ten’s News First segment ‘Melissa Caddick’s Final Belongings Being Sold’ 3 August 2023
Michael Hayter appeared on Channel Ten’s News First segment ‘Melissa Caddick’s Final Belongings Being Sold.’ Melissa Caddick’s final belongings, including dresses and designer sneakers, are being sold to help return some of the money to her victims. The con-woman disappeared shortly after the AFP raided her Dover Heights home in November 2020…