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Investigating workplace complaints - who should do it and why?
There are a number of considerations to take into account when deciding upon who should investigate workplace complaints.
Mellor Olsson
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Investigating workplace complaints - who should do it and why
Impartiality is crucial to any workplace investigation and an external investigator is less likely to be biased.Mellor Olsson - Article
Conditions precedent in Wind and Solar Farm Agreements - What are the risks?
There are several factors to consider before entering into a windfarm agreement.Mellor Olsson - Article
Significant change included in pastoral bill
Significant changes are proposed to the laws around the use of pastoral land.Mellor Olsson - Article
WA case shows potential for GM legal issues
Commentary on legal ramifications relating to genetically modified crops.Mellor Olsson - Article
Are you an Australian who owns property in Europe? You should review your estate plan
When an owner has died, a European holiday home can go from heavenly to a headache in administering the owner's estate.Mellor Olsson - Article
Co-parenting and vaccination disagreements
Most separated or divorced parents share parental responsibilities and have an equal say in their child's medical issues.Mellor Olsson - Article
Executor choice proves important decision
An executor is the person responsible for administering the will upon the person's death and looking after the estate.Mellor Olsson - Article
Important Changes to the Family Law Act 1975: What You Need to Know
These changes will impact divorce applications, property settlements, spousal maintenance considerations.Mellor Olsson - Article
Succession Act to make challenging difficult
The Succession Act brings together what was previously dealt with in 3 Acts. It aims to make challenging a Will more difficult.Mellor Olsson - Article
Last chance to provide feedback on AED public access regulations – Due 14 Nov
Act mandates the use of Automated External Defibrillators in certain buildings, facilities, and vehicles across SA.Mellor Olsson - Article
Ngadjuri Nation consent determination
Discussion about the FC formally recognising the Native Title rights and interests of Ngadjuri People on Ngadjuri land.Mellor Olsson - Article
Important changes to workers compensation legislation in South Australia
The decision in Summerfield has enabled many more injured workers to meet the impairment thresholds by combining injuries.Mellor Olsson - Article
Merger of the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court
Many people will be pleased with the single point of entry, with combined rules and forms to simplify case management.Mellor Olsson - Article
Getting a Divorce in Australia if you are married overseas
To get a divorce in Australia if you married overseas could be challenging, as there are legal variables to consider.Mellor Olsson - Article
The importance of getting your affairs in order
A discussion about wills, enduring powers of attorney and advance care directives and a suggestion to have them all in order.Mellor Olsson - Article
Key changes: South Australia's industrial manslaughter legislation effective 1 July 2024
Australian employers should understand their duty to guarantee the health and safety of their workers.Mellor Olsson - Article
New rights for workplace delegates: Understanding the Fair Work Legislation Amendment 2023
Amendments to provide new rights for workplace delegates but it is unclear the extent to which these new rights will impact employersMellor Olsson - Article
Coercive control - unmasking the hidden manipulation in relationships
What is coercive control? How can a lawyer help? What are the next steps?Mellor Olsson - Article
Governance in Agriculture
The impact of international tariffs means farmers and growers across the country are under immense pressure.Mellor Olsson