Fair Work Commission – When will the Full Bench entertain an appeal?
A question often asked by employers facing an unfair dismissal claim is, what happens if the matter cannot be settled…
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Disagree with a valuation by jointly instructed single expert? What not to do!
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) sets out the general principles the Court will consider when determining financial disputes after…
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Fair Work Commission criticises time-wasting unfair dismissal applications
In a recent decision, Diane Porteous v G. Kakafikas and A.G. Bek partnership t/a Yarra Glen Pharmacy [2019] FWC 6264, Deputy President…
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Genuine redundancy or unfair dismissal? The difference could be in the consultation
When it comes to terminating employees due to changes in operational requirements, compliance is key, including compliance with relevant provisions…
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It’s almost time: Amendments to the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) to commence on 21 October 2019
The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) (the Act) is about to undergo some changes. Those…
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Security for costs and non-resident plaintiffs
What is security for costs? It is a fact of life that plaintiffs and defendants in legal proceedings represented by lawyers will…
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Personal/carers leave — how it should be calculated- latest developments- August 2019
Calculating employee entitlements can be complex and demanding at the best of times, however the decision of the Full Court…
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The Religious Discrimination Bill: Initial Observations
Following the Marriage Equality debate and the ongoing Israel Folau saga, the issue of religious freedom has been given some…
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Deeds of Release and their effectiveness – update 2019
Introduction Releases and in particular, deeds of release, play a significant role in resolving disputes across a wide range of issues and…
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Keeping the High Court decision in Comcare v Banerji in perspective
The High Court decision in Comcare v Banerji [2019] HCA 23, which relates to tweets by a Commonwealth public servant (tweeted under…
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