The decision not to reinstate was based on the genuine requirements of the role and workplace health and safety.

It brings South Australia's work health and safety laws in line with other states and territories across Australia.

The Royal Commission into misconduct in the banking, superannuation and financial services industry was established.

A Queensland tribunal has ruled that an anaesthetist who photographed patients and clinical records without consent and published them in a self-authored book committed professional misconduct. The case examines the boundaries of patient confidentiality in an era of accessible publishing platforms and social media, particularly in regional healthcare settings where contextual details can lead to patient identification.

From 1 July 2018, the ASD will become an independent statutory body with several increased powers to combat cybercrime.

Duty of disclosure takes primacy over any implied or written obligation within an insurance policy to advance defence costs.

Landmark decision has major implications for representative proceedings. Courts have the power to approve 'soft class closure' notices under s175(5) CPA.

The temporary changes made to continuous disclosure obligations in response to COVID have now been made permanent.

When making redundancies, employers will now need to consider positions they have available overseas.

Who is protected from unfair termination?

An employer who repudiates an employment contract may be found liable for unfair dismissal and/or for breach of contract.

The Royal Commission issued a media release that public hearings will commence in Melbourne on Monday 12 February 2018.

An appellate Court that is asked to disregard any adverse impressions of the trial judge has not seen the testimony.

Carefully consider causation & loss evidence when assessing prospects & exposure for professional negligence claims.

The proposed measures aim to tackle the crisis caused by the increasing frequency and severity of ransomware incidents.

Employers who require employees to work from the office, who have historically worked from home and have children, may find their efforts frustrated by successful applications for flexible work arrangements...

Work Commission upheld an employer's dismissal of an employee who insisted on working entirely from home.

Highlights some key changes that psychologists should be aware of in the new Code of Conduct.

ASIC's Report 838 reveals significant transparency gaps in motor vehicle insurance premium communications, finding that renewal documents often fail to explain price changes adequately and that over 30% of consumers who contacted their insurer successfully negotiated lower premiums. The report establishes clear expectations for better practice in pricing disclosures and signals continued regulatory scrutiny of insurance pricing practices.

A New South Wales Court of Appeal decision examines whether an unpainted speed hump in a carpark constitutes an obvious risk when all other tripping hazards were marked with yellow paint. The case explores the duty to warn under section 5H of the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) and establishes important principles for occupiers regarding consistency in hazard marking.