NSW Construction Industry — an expert’s perspective (part 6 of 6)
Interview with Tadd Walford, Partridge, Structural EngineerOver the past eight months, I have released a series of articles. This article is ‘part…
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Our most popular articles published during 2019
We are almost at the end of 2019, and with the end of a year comes the opportunity to reflect on…
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Cyber or Online Abuse During and After Separation and Helpful Tips
Technology facilitated violence and abuse is a serious issue. When people separate it is not uncommon for a disgruntled spouse to turn…
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5 times to review your estate planning
As the holiday season approaches and travel plans are made, many people consider it the right time to update their…
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‘Tis the Season to Avoid Folly: Workplace Christmas Parties
Last week, Jose Feliciano’s festive staple ‘Feliz Navidad’ was played on the radio. Before long, neighbours in certain suburban streets…
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Designers and Building Practitioners – Alert!
“Sometimes the wheel turns slowly, but it turns” [1]It is taking some time, but slowly and surely it appears we…
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Fair Work Commission – When will the Full Bench entertain an appeal?
A question often asked by employers facing an unfair dismissal claim is, what happens if the matter cannot be settled…
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Disagree with a valuation by jointly instructed single expert? What not to do!
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) sets out the general principles the Court will consider when determining financial disputes after…
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Fair Work Commission criticises time-wasting unfair dismissal applications
In a recent decision, Diane Porteous v G. Kakafikas and A.G. Bek partnership t/a Yarra Glen Pharmacy [2019] FWC 6264, Deputy President…
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Genuine redundancy or unfair dismissal? The difference could be in the consultation
When it comes to terminating employees due to changes in operational requirements, compliance is key, including compliance with relevant provisions…
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