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Media
Lawyers Weekly Podcast Episode
Why part-time lawyering works for me
Meg Crawford joins Jerome Doraisamy as she shares her experience on what her three-day working week set-up looks like and how she makes it work with her firm, changing views on what it means to be a legal professional, how those coming through the ranks can explore part-time working arrangements with their employers if they have other pursuits in mind, shaking off traditional mindsets of the volume of work required of lawyers, and how she feels optimistic about the sustainability of her more holistic approach to her career.
VLGA Connect Podcast Episode
Workplace Investigations and………Workplace Investigations
Sarah Rey joins Steve Cooper at Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) as they discuss all you need to know about workplace investigations- the common dynamics, breaking down the steps, legal privilege and confidentiality, some recurring mis-steps, essential ingredients and life after the investigation’s conclusion.
Blogs
The risks in rejecting a return-to-work plan
Rejecting a return-to-work plan may lead to disability discrimination risks, as demonstrated by a recent @VCAT decision where an employer was ordered to pay $45,000 for pain and suffering, along with over $190,000 for lost income and entitlements, reinforcing the growing trend of substantial awards for anti-discrimination law breaches.
Fair Work Commission knocks back request in first flexible working arrangements decision
As mentioned in our previous post, working remotely has become a hot topic, prompting organisations to carefully navigate requests for flexible arrangements. In a recent decision, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) outlined some factors that may justify denying a working from home (WFH) request.
Shifting Focus: Proactivity in eliminating workplace sexual harassment
Sexual harassment remains worldwide an alarming issue, transcending borders, cultures, and industries. Australia is no exception. Shockingly, 1.3 million Australian women experienced sexual harassment during 2021-2022, while one in three Australian workers has faced such behaviour at their workplace in the past five years.
Workplace investigation deemed ‘deeply flawed and lacking rigour’, reinstatement ordered
A recent decision by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) highlights the importance of conducting thorough and fair workplace investigations. In Crook v CITIC Pacific Mining Management Pty Ltd, the FWC reinstated an employee who had been dismissed for engaging in inappropriate conduct of a sexual nature towards a new female trainee, following a flawed investigation.
Fixed term contracts – are you prepared for 6 December? Book in a time now for peace of mind!
Time is running out to review your organisation’s fixed term contract arrangements before legislative amendments come into effect. Book a one-hour session with one of our senior lawyers to consider whether your organisation needs to take any further measures before 6 December.
Working remotely: What key cases tell us
Working remotely is a hot issue with some employers wanting staff to return to the office. What do employers need to consider?
Past Events
Just Ask Justitia Session 9: Sexual Harassment – 16 August 2021
As we continue to navigate unchartered workplace waters, employers are regularly facing novel and challenging scenarios. Although there is a lot of information available, it is often not tailored to your needs or situation. In response, Justitia is launching Just Ask Justitia, a new and exciting initiative to provide free, timely and practical responses to your specific questions.
Just Ask Justitia Session 8: Casual Conversion – 22 July 2021
As we continue to navigate unchartered workplace waters, employers are regularly facing novel and challenging scenarios. Although there is a lot of information available, it is often not tailored to your needs or situation. In response, Justitia is launching Just Ask Justitia, a new and exciting initiative to provide free, timely and practical responses to your specific questions.
Just Ask Justitia Session 7: NFP Dismissals – 24 June 2021
As we continue to navigate unchartered workplace waters, employers are regularly facing novel and challenging scenarios. Although there is a lot of information available, it is often not tailored to your needs or situation. In response, Justitia is launching Just Ask Justitia, a new and exciting initiative to provide free, timely and practical responses to your specific questions.
Just Ask Justitia Session 6: Enterprise agreements and more – 29 April 2021
Just ask Justitia is our new informative sessions discussing the latest news in workplace law. Click here for more