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
Cruising through the Coronavirus: a journey through international law
With cruise ships in international limbo around the world, our expert investigates the tension between States’ rights and the humanitarian needs of passengers and crew.
By Dr Christopher Ward SC - 3 min read
Complaints, criticism and general protections
Recent decisions on the application of the general protections provisions of the Fair Work Act.
By Glenn Fredericks - 3 min read
COVID-19: Employment law responds
A helpful guide to the Federal Government’s ‘economic lifeline’, the JobKeeper program.
By Jack de Flamingh and James Connolly - 2 min read
The courts and the pandemic: the role and limits of technology
NSW courts have readily embraced technology to continue to deliver justice. However, even in a pandemic, there will be limits to the use of technology.
By Michael Legg and Anthony Song - 3 min read
Understanding the High Court’s acquittal of Cardinal George Pell
An analysis of the The High Court’s verdict and its implications for the role of appellate courts in reviewing ‘unreasonable’ guilty verdicts.
By Simon Buchen SC - 10 min read
Could the ‘Great Writ’ lie to release prisoners at risk from COVID-19?
With prisoners at greater risk than the general population from COVID-19, habeas corpus is considered as a remedy for the release of vulnerable prisoners.
By Craig Longman - 2 min read
Homicide and causation: The High Court decision in Swan v The Queen
Mark Tedeschi AM QC discusses the fascinating recent High Court decision that has effectively extended the law of causation in homicide cases.
By Mark Tedeschi AM QC - 3 min read
Practical guidance on implementing a robust modern slavery program
This six-step compliance program offers guidance to help organisations meet the requirements under the Act and establish a robust modern slavery program.
By Fiona Dernikovic and Marion Wright - 2 min read
Digital records and estate planning
Practical tips for dealing with digital records in estate planning and administration.
By Darryl Browne and Natalie Darcy - 2 min read
Parenting during a pandemic: best interests of the child remain paramount
With COVID-19 adding an extra complication to the lives of many families, how are families to approach their family law issues during this time ?
By Alexandra McCosker - 3 min read