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How FIT is your OHS System?
I frequently encounter businesses that are overwhelmed by never-ending obligations to comply with occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements in the workplace. Whether it be statutory obligations or contractual conditions [...]
What should employers do about EBA’s in the absence of Australian Industrial Relations reform?
By John Salter “We would have liked to have seen a more ambitious agenda by the government over the last three years on industrial relations, there’s no doubt about that.” [...]
What should you do when an employee goes AWOL? It’s not as straightforward as you might think.
By John Salter One day Mary doesn’t show up to work. You don’t hear from her to say that she’s sick, has an injury, or giving any explanation for her [...]
7 tips to surviving your first Valentine’s Day after Separation
By Vanessa Hernandez Valentine’ s Day. The day we imagine being swept off our feet by the person we love. A day that’s all about flowers, thoughtful surprises, candlelight and big declarations of [...]
My ex and I have a verbal agreement. Do we need it in writing?
by Vanessa Hernandez You and your former partner have talked and negotiated, and you’ve managed to come to an agreement regarding your parenting and/or property matters. Things are going well, [...]
5 ways to save on public liability insurance for contract and labour hire staff
By BTLawyers No one wants to pay more than they have to for insurance. Yet one cost that is on the rise for many businesses is public liability insurance as [...]
Case Notes: McGrory v Medina Property Inc Services Pty Limited
McGrory v Medina Property Inc Services involved a hospitality worker lifting an ice bin. Both liability and quantum were disputed, with the plaintiff seeking damages in excess of $285,000 for [...]
Insights into Better Thinking: An interview with Peter Addison about Bunnings National Safety Strategy
By BTLawyers Australia’s most popular weekend destination might be best known by the general public as the best place to get a sausage sizzle and where “lowest prices are just [...]
Employers: there’s a 1 in 4 chance your female staff members are experiencing domestic violence at home.
By John Salter and Vanessa Hernandez Domestic Violence Awareness Month may be over, but the drive to improve responses to it in the workplace are just beginning. This week, a [...]