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Employment Update

When colleague chemistry becomes workplace risk: the Kyle Sandilands & Jackie ‘O’ fall out

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The ongoing dispute involving radio personalities Kyle Sandilands (“Sandilands”) and Jacqueline Henderson (“Jackie O”) and ARN media (“ARN”) continues to evolve, with the commercial and litigation landscape shifting significantly following a settlement announced to ASX. This Employment Update reflects the most recent developments, including the settlement with Sandilands and the continuation of Jackie O’s proceedings. […]

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Employment Update

Christmas party tips & traps – high spirits without a legal hangover

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Somehow, it is that time of year again; there is tinsel in the stores, everything tastes like ginger, and your calendar is filling up with events. Whilst we can’t assist you with baking or decorations, Aitken Legal is here to help ensure your workplace celebrations are remembered for all the right reasons. Set out in […]

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Employment Update

No policy = $100,000 fine

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Earlier this year, a Victorian Magistrate’s Court handed down a $100,000 fine and a costs order against an employer in a decision which highlights the importance of having proper policies and procedures. In this Employment Update we discuss two decisions that highlight the cost of not having proper policies, procedures, and training regimes in place.  […]

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EMPLOYMENT UPDATE

Employee’s drunken urination on co-worker not linked to employment

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This Employment Update examines the High Court’s recent decision to uphold an employer’s appeal against a decision where $432,000 in damages was awarded to an employee who suffered a psychological injury after a co-worker urinated on his face while he was sleeping. This decision provides much needed clarity for employers on the issue of vicarious […]

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EMPLOYMENT UPDATE

Reinstatement for employee following guilty verdict on criminal charges overturned

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This month we deal with an extremely interesting decision of the Fair Work Commission where despite best practice investigation there was a ruling against the employer.  Our key message is this should not detract from an employer seeking to follow best practice in allegations of serious misconduct. Sydney Trains has been ordered to reinstate an […]

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