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High Court to Reconsider Definition of Work: Implications for Employers' Duty of Care
The High Court is currently deliberating a case that could significantly redefine employers' duty of care in relation to the disciplining...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 13, 20243 min read
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Case Review: Hayne v The King - [2024] NSWCCA 97
Overview The New South Wales Court of Criminal Appeal's recent decision in Hayne v The King ([2024] NSWCCA 97) marks a significant moment...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 12, 20243 min read


Landmark Ruling on Franchisors' Industrial Relations Responsibilities: A Step Towards Accountability
In a significant ruling that will resonate across the franchise sector, the Federal Court has imposed a hefty $1.44 million fine on 85...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 10, 20242 min read


Unions urging consumers to deliver sugar hit
The ACTU Congress yesterday passed a motion urging unions to support a consumer boycott of Goodman Fielder food products ahead of a...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 8, 20242 min read


Compensation Awarded to HR Manager Dismissed for Refusing Unethical Termination Order
In a recent ruling by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), a Human Resources (HR) manager was awarded $12,807.66 in compensation following her...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 6, 20242 min read


Fair Work Commission Orders 3.75% Increase in Award Rates and National Minimum Wage
On 3 June 2024, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) delivered a significant decision, approving a 3.75% increase in all award rates and the...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 5, 20242 min read


Townville Mayor Allegedly Made False Statements of His Military and Academic Records
In Australia, falsely claiming military service or wearing military decorations without proper entitlement is an offence under the...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 5, 20242 min read


FWC Ruling: Work-from-Home Direction for Harassment Accused Breaches Agreement
Background and Context In a significant decision, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) determined that Ambulance Victoria violated its...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jun 5, 20243 min read


Why people use 1800NOWINNOFEE™
In the complex landscape of employment law and human rights, individuals often find themselves navigating through challenging situations...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Feb 19, 20242 min read


The Consequences of Making False Police Complaints in Queensland
In Queensland, Australia, the justice system takes false police complaints very seriously. Filing a false police report not only wastes...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jul 17, 20232 min read


Fair Work Commission - Brisbane
The Fair Work Commission is the national workplace relations tribunal. It is an independent body with power to carry out a range of...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jul 17, 20231 min read


17 July 2023: New Enterprise Agreement Decisions
The following enterprise agreement decisions are now available on the Fair Work Commission website: Eftech Services Pty Ltd - Re...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jul 17, 20232 min read
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Case Summary: Sabbatini vs Peter Rowland Group Pty Ltd - [2023] FWCFB 127
In the case of Sabbatini vs Peter Rowland Group Pty Ltd, the Fair Work Commission Full Bench (FWCFB) handed down a decision on the 127th...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jul 17, 20232 min read


A detailed explanation of no-win no-fee agreements
A no-win no-fee client agreement, also known as a conditional fee agreement (CFA), is a type of legal agreement between a client and...
Brian AJ Newman LLB
Jul 13, 20232 min read
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