
Briefing
Internal or External Workplace Investigation? – That Is the Question
Employers faced with employee misconduct will often ask: should my business conduct a workplace investigation internally or engage an independent…
Read more

Briefing
Industrial manslaughter offence in Australia: A state-by-state analysis
New legislation has come into force expanding the imposition of harsh criminal penalties on corporations and officers that commit the offence …
Read more

Briefing
Australia: Risky business – addressing psychosocial hazards in the workplace
Following recent changes in work, health and safety laws, employers are now required to take a proactive approach in managing psychosocial risks …
Read more

Briefing
Australia – Closing loopholes: Critical changes to the employment relationship
On 26 August 2024, two significant changes come into force for the employers of casual workers and independent contractors in Australia …
Read more

Briefing
Australia: Closing Loopholes – Wage Theft – A New Criminal Offence
From 1 January 2025 employers who intentionally underpay their staff will fac…
Read more
Briefing
With new safety laws imminent, WA records its first gross negligence workplace safety conviction
The Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS Act) (passed by Parliament on 10 Nov…
Read more