In a recent decision of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) that has surprised many, an employee who repeatedly made undesired romantic and sexual propositions to various co-workers, and kissed someone in an unsolicited and unprovoked manner on the evening of a work Christmas party, has won his case for unfair dismissal. Leighton Boral Amey NSW...
With interest rates at historic lows, a lot of our clients are looking at opportunities in the property market. Here are some handy hints we recommend you keep in mind when purchasing:- 1. Ensure you have done your homework which includes checking with Council regarding any proposed developments or building works nearby. Sometimes there is a...
Clients often ask us for help in dealing with difficult neighbours. The issue can be a dangerous tree, it might be drainage issues, or perhaps a disagreement over a proposed development. One fertile area for potential dispute is where one person wishes to have rights to use the neighbour’s property, such as for access to...
Protecting your reputation starts with simplifying the complex. This handy checklist should quickly point you in the right direction and help you understand whether you have a case, and where to start to secure the best possible outcome.
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