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Big Law 08 August 2022 ByJerome DoraisamyUpward bullying: A trend to watch out for in law

Bullying, in its myriad forms, is nothing new in the legal profession. The concept of upward bullying — which is a...

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SME Law 08 August 2022 ByJess FeyderHow should Australia regulate the gig economy?

Legislating for the protection and security of workers in the gig economy is becoming a concern for governments. Lawyers...

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Podcast 05 August 2022 ByJerome DoraisamyPsychosocial hazards and other workplace health risks

There is often a tendency, among legal employers, to immediately seek solutions to workplace risks to mental health. If...

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Big Law 05 August 2022 ByJerome DoraisamyShine Lawyers introduces 9-day fortnight

National law firm Shine Lawyers has unveiled a new flexible working option whereby staff can work their contracted 76...

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Big Law 28 July 2022 ByMichael ByrnesCan employers, like NRL clubs, direct players in contradiction to...

The brouhaha over a Pride jersey, unveiled by rugby league franchise Manly Sea Eagles, gives rise to questions around...

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SME Law 26 July 2022 ByJames LeggoOverwork, burnout and psychiatric injury

Employers that fail to adapt to the times may now soon become subject to the ire of overworked employees who are...

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SME Law 22 July 2022 ByJerome Doraisamy‘It’s easier to stay silent’ about bullying in law

Two leading lawyers feel there are “very few safe, socially agreeable ways” to openly discuss bullying in the legal...

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Big Law 20 July 2022 ByAdam Abbasi-SaccaWho are you calling ‘bitch’?

I’ve watched continuous discussion about gender equality in various aspects of life; work, education, sport,...

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The Bar 20 July 2022 ByJerome DoraisamyBarrister’s clerk files Fair Work claim against former employer

A Melbourne-based clerking service is facing an application from a former clerk, alleging that it terminated her...

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Andrew Jewell
SME Law 19 July 2022 ByAndrew JewellCould NDA restrictions limit victims’ ability to negotiate higher...

Restrictions on non-disclosure agreements need to be very carefully implemented as the restrictions may, in fact, limit...

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