All articles relating to ‘Employment’
Important update: Preparing for Anti-Money (AML) Legislation Reforms Effective 1 July 2026
Upcoming Changes to Anti-Money Laundering RequirementsAs part of these requirements, we may need to collect identity documents or additional financial information during our engagement process. If you are acting on behalf of a company, trust, or other structure, we may also request documentation confirming ownership and control. This ensures we understand…
Substitution of the Australia Day public holiday by employees, is it permissible?
Michael Byrnes appeared on Ben Fordham Live on 2GB on 12 December 2025 to discuss substitution of the Australia Day public holiday by employees (from 27:30 to 30:00)To listen to the interview click here…
AI and the rise of ‘unmeritorious’ workplace claims
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article “The rise of ‘unmeritorious’ workplace claims in the age of AI”, published in HR Leader on 10 December 2025To read the full article click here…
What constitutes an abandonment of employment?
Michael Byrnes is quoted the article, “What constitutes an abandonment of employment?”, published in HRM Online on 9 December 2025.To read the full article click here…
The rise of ‘unmeritorious’ workplace claims in the age of AI
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “The rise of ‘unmeritorious’ workplace claims in the age of AI”, published in Lawyers Weekly, 3 December 2025To read the article click here…
How businesses can protect themselves at Christmas parties, and the obvious things you shouldn’t be doing. John Stanley interviews Michael Byrnes live on air on 2GB/4BC
Michael Byrnes appeared on Nights with John Stanley on 2GB and 4BC on 1 December 2025 to discuss the legal issues arising from workplace Christmas parties.To listen to the interview click here …
The Fair Work Commission has announced it will postpone its review of Australia’s new ‘right to disconnect’ workplace laws for at least 12 months.
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Right to disconnect law review delayed for 12 months”, published in The Australian on 28 November 2025.To read the full article click here…
Michael Byrnes on AI in Fair Work Commission Cases | Money News Interview with Evan Lucas (2GB)
Michael Byrnes appeared on Money News with Evan Lucas on 2GB on 11 November 2025 to discuss the use of AI by parties in cases before the Fair Work CommissionTo listen to the interview click here…
Michael Byrnes on Rising Unfair Dismissal Claims | Lawyers Weekly
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Why are unfair dismissal claims on the rise?”, published in Lawyers Weekly on 7 November 2025:To read the full article click here…
Congratulations Michael Byrnes for being recognised as a Mondaq Thought Leading Author for Employment and HR, Australia in the Autumn 2025 awards.
Mondaq’s Thought Leadership Awards, released twice a year in Autumn and Spring, celebrate authors whose insights have attracted the highest readership over the past six months. The awards highlight standout contributors across multiple jurisdictions and topic areas, showcasing those who consistently deliver valuable, practical guidance to readers worldwide.To Read the Mondaq Autumn…