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Why having a law degree doesn’t make me a lawyer: A journey into Advocacy

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Why having a law degree doesn’t make me a lawyer: A journey into Advocacy

The idea that holding a law degree automatically defines someone as a lawyer is a misconception that I’ve worked hard to challenge. Much...

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Who Turns Off the Switch? Understanding Resignation, Dismissal, and Why It Matters in a Deed of Settlement

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Dec 54 min read

Who Turns Off the Switch? Understanding Resignation, Dismissal, and Why It Matters in a Deed of Settlement

Employment contracts are much like light switches. They govern the flow of energy (or work) in the employment relationship, keeping the...

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The Amplified Impact of Cyberbullying on Individuals Diagnosed with PTSD

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Nov 303 min read

The Amplified Impact of Cyberbullying on Individuals Diagnosed with PTSD

Cyberbullying already has a devastating impact on mental health, but for individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder...

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Understanding Our Role: Advocacy in Employment, Human Rights, and Beyond

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Nov 263 min read

Understanding Our Role: Advocacy in Employment, Human Rights, and Beyond

At 1800ADVOCATES, we are dedicated to providing expert advocacy services for individuals navigating challenges in employment, human...

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Case Summary: HOMES v COLES GROUP LTD[2014] FWC 1013Fair Work CommissionUnfair dismissal — Importance of effective investigations

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Nov 152 min read

Case Summary: HOMES v COLES GROUP LTD[2014] FWC 1013Fair Work CommissionUnfair dismissal — Importance of effective investigations

FACTS Coles provided employees at a warehouse with Milo drinking chocolate to enjoy during their breaks. One employee had a unique way of...

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Unfair Dismissal Case: HOMES v Coles Group Ltd [2014] FWC 1013 The Importance of Conducting Effective Investigations

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Nov 153 min read

Unfair Dismissal Case: HOMES v Coles Group Ltd [2014] FWC 1013 The Importance of Conducting Effective Investigations

The case of HOMES v Coles Group Ltd [2014] FWC 1013 is a notable example of how the handling of workplace investigations can have a...

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The Right to Disconnect: A New Era in Australian Workplace Law

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 262 min read

The Right to Disconnect: A New Era in Australian Workplace Law

Today marks a significant shift in the landscape of Australian workplace rights with the introduction of the "right to disconnect." This...

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No Blood, No Job: A Critical Examination of Privacy in the Australian Workplace

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 204 min read

No Blood, No Job: A Critical Examination of Privacy in the Australian Workplace

The protection of workers' privacy has become a pressing issue in Australia, as highlighted by the recent report *No Blood - No Job:...

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Protecting Workers' Privacy: The Growing Concern Over Mandatory Blood Tests in Recruitment

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 203 min read

Protecting Workers' Privacy: The Growing Concern Over Mandatory Blood Tests in Recruitment

The issue of workers' privacy is once again under the spotlight as the Electrical Trades Union (ETU) calls on the Albanese Government to...

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Uncertain Dismissal Date: Fair Work Commission Extends Time for Unfair Dismissal Claim

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 202 min read

Uncertain Dismissal Date: Fair Work Commission Extends Time for Unfair Dismissal Claim

In a recent decision by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), a casual worker's unfair dismissal claim, filed five weeks after the deadline,...

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What is the Masters v Cameron case principle?

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 152 min read

What is the Masters v Cameron case principle?

The "Cameron case" typically refers to the principle established in the case of *Masters v Cameron* (1954) 91 CLR 353, a landmark...

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Unions Seek Fair Pay for Labour Hire Workers at Metcash Distribution Centres

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 154 min read

Unions Seek Fair Pay for Labour Hire Workers at Metcash Distribution Centres

In a landmark move towards wage equity, the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees' Association (SDA) and the United Workers Union (UWU)...

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Union Leadership Integrity Under Scrutiny

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 133 min read

Union Leadership Integrity Under Scrutiny

In a significant development within the union movement, Diana Asmar, the Secretary of the Victorian Health Workers Union (HWU), has been...

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Understanding Genuine Redundancy: Insights from the Fair Work Commission

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 133 min read

Understanding Genuine Redundancy: Insights from the Fair Work Commission

Genuine redundancy is a crucial concept in Australian employment law, particularly under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). It is essential...

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Ageism and the meaning in terms of discrimination

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 102 min read

Ageism and the meaning in terms of discrimination

Ageism is a form of discrimination and prejudice against individuals based on their age. This can manifest in various settings, including...

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Triumph of Justice: The Story of Clinton Purdie and the Unmasking of Employer Deceit

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 84 min read

Triumph of Justice: The Story of Clinton Purdie and the Unmasking of Employer Deceit

In the realm of workplace justice, few stories capture the essence of integrity and perseverance as profoundly as the recent triumph of...

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Case Review: Understanding Unfair Dismissal – Insights from Rollason v Austar Coal Mine Pty Limited [2010] FWA 4863

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 83 min read

Case Review: Understanding Unfair Dismissal – Insights from Rollason v Austar Coal Mine Pty Limited [2010] FWA 4863

Jurisdiction: Fair Work Australia Date: 1 July 2010 Presiding Member: Commissioner Stanton Parties: - Applicant: Phillip Rollason -...

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The Long Wait for Retrenched Rex Workers: Understanding Your Rights

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 53 min read

The Long Wait for Retrenched Rex Workers: Understanding Your Rights

Recent developments have seen Rex Airlines' administrators retrenching nearly 600 employees, placing them as priority creditors. This...

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FWC Recommends Prompt Backpay After Woolworths' Delays

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 53 min read

FWC Recommends Prompt Backpay After Woolworths' Delays

In a recent development, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) has recommended that Woolworths take all necessary actions to ensure it pays...

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UWU Ordered to Produce Potentially Unlawful Audio Recordings

Brian AJ Newman LLB

Aug 53 min read

UWU Ordered to Produce Potentially Unlawful Audio Recordings

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has recently mandated the United Workers Union (UWU) to submit video and audio recordings used in the...

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