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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Dec 13, 20243 min read
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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Dec 5, 20244 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Nov 30, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Nov 26, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Nov 15, 20242 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Nov 15, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 26, 20242 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 20, 20244 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 20, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 20, 20242 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 15, 20242 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 15, 20244 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 13, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 13, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 10, 20242 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 8, 20244 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 8, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 5, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 5, 20243 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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Brian AJ Newman LLB
Aug 5, 20243 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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