ArticleEmployees Biden their time: how old is too old?Employers need to consider how to manage the issues that can arise from older employees thoughtfully and sensitively.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMandatory workplace vaccination: A major test case is imminentA case dealing with the right of employers to direct employees to be vaccinated against COVID is to be heard later this month.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleNo will, no direction: The estate of Liam Payne and understanding law of intestacyWhat does it mean to die intestate', and what would happen if you fail to execute a valid will before you die?AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialSwaab Attorneys
ArticleCOVID-19 | Further COVID-19 tenancy updateCOVID driven regulations have been extended until 28 March 2021 but with some important changes.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionSwaab Attorneys
ArticleCOVID-19 | NSW tenancy update - rent relief for retail and commercial leases extendedThe Retail and other Commercial Leases (COVID-19) Regulation in NSW has been extended until 31 December 2020.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionSwaab Attorneys
ArticleASIC appeal upheld - Fortescue Metals Group and Andrew Forrest misled investorsOn 18 February 2011 the Full Federal Court unanimously overturned the 2009 Federal Court ruling which cleared Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) and its Chairman and CEO Mr Andrew Forrest of misleading and deceptive conduct. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawSwaab Attorneys
ArticleContracts in the time of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)This article looks at possible implications of COVID on contracts, force majeure clauses and the doctrine of frustration.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawSwaab Attorneys
ArticleProtect Yourself With A Confidentiality AgreementOne of the first considerations with any type of new venture is how to protect your business, valuable idea or concept if you need to disclose it to others. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawSwaab Attorneys
ArticleRound Up of Corporate Law Changes in 2011This is a summary of recent Australian corporate law changes, including decisions, legislation and new policies.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawSwaab Attorneys
ArticleThe art of the deal sheet: 10 key negotiation pointsThese 10 deal sheet items should help to ensure a smoother and more robust process during corporate sale negotiations.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawSwaab Attorneys
ArticleColdplay controversy exposes HR vulnerability in leadership relationshipsImplementing measures and sensible policies is the best way to be prepared for similar workplace relationship scenarios.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleFive employment law cases that shook the world: #3 - Annual leave and workers comp accrualsAn employee who is in receipt of workers compensation in NSW, is also entitled to take and accrue annual leave.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleIf you employ a worker for a particular project, can you terminate them at the end of that project?The fear of unfair dismissal claims haunts employers as they weigh up the decision of whether to hire a casual worker.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMichael Byrnes is quoted in the article, "The legal implications of the Digital Work Systems Bill", published in HR LeaderFollowing the passage of the Digital Work Systems Bill in the NSW Parliament last week, workplace lawyers break down what HR needs to keep an eye out for.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMichael Byrnes quoted in the article, "‘Creeping' unfair dismissal threshold will increase to $183k on 1 July", published in HR Leader on 27 June 2025Major changes will come into effect for workers and employers, including an increase to the unfair dismissal threshold.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticlePutting The Westpac Working From Home Case In Perspective AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleReheated retweets: The significance of a retweet in employmentAn employee subject to a social media policy could face disciplinary action if the retweet is in breach of that policy.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleThe Hunger Games have arrived: HR are now the hunted!The FWO has declared unashamedly that it is now in pursuit of management staff and, in particular, HR Managers.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
Article5 times to review your estate planningArticle looks at five significant life events that should prompt you to review and update your estate planning.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialSwaab Attorneys