Fair Work Act will soon provide a ‘right to disconnect’
The right to disconnect has received media attention as the trend of work extending into personal life is seen as an increasingly important issue.
By Paul Moorhouse - 2 min read
Open to change: developing a growth mindset
Moving from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset while embracing change and innovation.
By Simonette Vaja - 6 min read
Navigating the perils of conversation evidence
The Federal Court has examined the ‘usual practice’ of drafting affidavits in NSW and confirmed there is no rule requiring witnesses to use direct speech.
By Jonathan Adamopoulos - 2 min read
Testing the competition: Legitimate restraints of trade
The Court of Appeal has provided helpful guidance on the level of competition sufficient to engage non-compete restraints where two companies indirectly compete.
By Cynthia Cochrane SC and Alexander Vial - 2 min read
Natural persons only: Federal Court clarifies superannuation entitlements
Recent Full Court of the Federal Court decision considered the test for whether a worker is considered an employee under section 12(3) of the superannuation…
By Emily Haar, Andrew Stewart and Joseph Hyde - 2 min read
Enforcing international arbitration awards in Australia
The High Court has recently considered whether a foreign State is immune in certain proceedings before Australian courts.
By Justin Hogan-Doran - 2 min read
Practical tips for dealing with third-party costs orders
When it comes to third party funding in litigation, practitioners should note the broad powers of the court in making third-party costs orders.
By Thomas Bagley - 2 min read
A ‘tail’ of woe
When considering whether rural land qualifies for the Primary Production Land tax exemption, practitioners should consider the ‘dominant’ use of the land.
By Jim Main and Amanda Tully - 2 min read
A legal minefield: ‘Difficult’ client instructions
It is good practice to document any advice given to a client. Where a client’s instructions seem unreasonable, there are ways to navigate the situation.
By Jen McMillan - 2 min read
The latest developments in law reform & advocacy: July 2023
The Law Society’s Policy and Practice team brings you a wrap-up of the most important issues of the moment.
By The Law Society Policy and Practice Department - 2 min read
High Court: July 2023
Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. BY DR MICHELLE SHARPE
By Dr Michelle Sharpe - 2 min read