Lauren is a journalist at Lawyers Weekly and graduated with a Bachelor of Journalism from Macleay College. Prior to joining Lawyers Weekly, she worked as a trade journalist for media and travel industry publications and Travel Weekly. Originally born in England, Lauren enjoys trying new bars and restaurants, attending music festivals and travelling. She is also a keen snowboarder and pre-pandemic, spent a season living in a French ski resort.
Better protections for gig economy workers needed
Amendments are urgently necessary to protect workers in the gig economy, according to Shine Lawyers.
BIG LAW • Thu, 14 Oct 2021
Contract management is at the heart of ESG compliance and trust
As contracts become increasingly complex, the most innovative companies are leveraging technology to fulfil obligations, writes Bernadette Bulacan.
BIG LAW • Thu, 14 Oct 2021
Practice ‘being nice all the time’ as a firm owner
Boutique firm owners need to focus less on their qualifications and more on their brand and likeability, according to one author and business owner.
SME LAW • Thu, 14 Oct 2021
Don’t ‘lose focus’ on clients
Whilst spending time understanding your target market as well as your value proposition are both important aspects of running a successful boutique firm, recognising your ...
SME LAW • Thu, 14 Oct 2021
Unvaccinated lawyers could face massive fines
New COVID-19 worker directions recently introduced in Victoria mean law firms in the state could face thousands of dollars in fines if unvaccinated workers try to return ...
POLITICS • Wed, 13 Oct 2021
Death of Aboriginal man to be subject of coronial inquiry
The family of a Gomeroi man found dead this week is demanding answers about his death and final moments.
POLITICS • Wed, 13 Oct 2021
Hydrogen will play a ‘significant’ part in future sustainability plans
Hydrogen will play a significant part in reducing carbon emissions as it emerges as a sustainable solution, a new report from DLA Piper has found.
BIG LAW • Tue, 12 Oct 2021
ACT outlines plan to #RaiseTheAge
State and territory governments across the country are being urged to follow the lead of the ACT, after the release of its plan to raise the age of criminal ...
POLITICS • Tue, 12 Oct 2021
The litigation and regulatory risks of ineffective climate change commitments
Corporate directors need to be aware of the risks associated with climate change-related litigation, according to this Greenpeace GC.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 12 Oct 2021