Specialty Group: Employment and Labor Law

By Kathryn F. Hordienko There is a growing trend towards the baby boomer generation working beyond typical retirement age—whether by choice or necessity. Steps taken by employers vis-à-vis the aging workforce can cre ...

Contact: Piper Alderman (New South Wales, Australia) In the lead up to end-of-year festivities, Associate, Emily Haar reviews a recent decision where it was found to be unfair to rely upon multiple instances of mis ...

On Thursday 22 October 2015, the Work Health and Safety and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2015 (Qld) (amending Act) received royal assent and was passed into law. Relevantly, the amending Act serves to unwind the previ ...

Contact: Matthew Payten, Special Counsel; Carter Newell (Queensland, Australia)  Under s 351 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)(FW Act), an employer is prohibited from taking action adverse against an employ ...