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Supreme Court decides who bears onus of proof in work stress case
Who bears the burden of proof when an employer argues that a worker is not entitled to compensation for a stress disorder because his condition arose from reasonable management action? Read the court’s reasons for its ruling.
Does the Fair Work Act address health and safety?
State and territory laws are the principal source of WHS rules and requirements.
Bid to add parties to s*x case fails
A doctor claiming sex discrimination has failed to have an employee relations manager and four other employees joined as a party to his claim. He made the attempt after the manager took out a Personal Safety Intervention Order against him.
Private vehicle for work purposes
What health and safety issues arise if an employee's private vehicle is used for work purposes? --20 April 2023
Back to work after long-term absence
Long-term sick leave due to psychological issues raises challenges for employers. Read on to find out about new research.
'Firm and frank' comments weren't bullying
A woman who objected to employees being ordered to return to work during the pandemic has failed to convince a tribunal she was bullied.
Dismissal overturned: safety training was inadequate
A forklift operator was sacked for not reporting a safety incident immediately. Why did a tribunal rule the dismissal was unfair?
Shared Liability For Injuries After Worker Slipped On Icy Surface
When a labourer slid and fell on the slippery deck of a construction site, his damages claim triggered the host employer’s attempts to shift the blame. Read the Supreme Court’s take on it.
Builder’s appeal fails to overturn heavy damages ruling
When a subcontractor’s employee was injured on a building site and the builder and subcontractor were hit with massive damages bills, the builder appealed. Read why the Court rejected the builder’s claims.