Reasonable doubt – High Court acquits Cardinal George Pell
Cardinal Pell was acquitted by the High Court of criminal charges relating to alleged sexual offences against two boys dating back to 1996 and 1997.
Managing the Risks Of Working In The Heat
Working in the heat puts your employees at risk. Employers have an obligation to provide their workers with a safe place of work. Find out ways to mitigate the risk.
The WorkCover Claim Process
Having a lawsuit brought against you may be a daunting prospect, however, it is important to remember that WorkCover as your insurer will assist you to defend the claim.
Video: When an Employer will be found liable for workplace-related injuries
Bruce Thomas recently delivered a Webinar in conjunction with WorkCover Queensland. Watch the Webinar here
Webinar – Employer Liability for Workplace-related Injuries
Join us on 12 Feb for a webinar on when an Employer will be found liable for workplace-related injuries
RTW Intervention Seminar
ASIEQ and BTLawyers Seminar | A practical discussion on how to improve claims outcomes through RTW intervention | February 6, 2020
Insurance Disclosure Application Rejected by Supreme Court
Queensland Supreme Court refuses an application by a class-action plaintiff to obtain a copy of the defendant’s insurance policy.
Employee Terminated for Taking Sick Leave to see the Wiggles
By Conor Gillam and Kerrie Jackson - The decision by Toyota to terminate an employee who dishonestly took personal leave to take his son to see The Wiggles has been unequivocally supported by the Fair Work Commission (FWC). Toyota [...]
Wrongful Termination: CEO Awarded $2.2 million in Damages
By Stephanie Philippou - On 11 October 2019, the Court gave Judgment in favour of ousted CEO, Mr Stephen Lake, when the board declined to renew his contract. Lake was awarded $2,225,205.04 for his wrongful termination, plus interest. The Case [...]
Managing Risk at your Work Christmas Party
Want to avoid the work Christmas party hangover this year? We have answered some commonly asked questions which will help you and your company manage risk this social season.