Pregnancy and Birth Claims
As part of our health and medical law speciality, we have had to advise expectant parents when things have gone wrong during a pregnancy or at the birth of their
Author: Matthew Bridger
New privacy obligations – the data breach notification scheme
Privacy and protection of personal information is riding high in the public eye after a number of high-profile breaches over the past six months. As consumers, it is important to
Is it legal to employ only non-smoker workers? What employee attributes are protected under law?
An ABC News article on 15 March 2018 highlighted that employers, across a broad range of areas, are advertising specifically for non-smoker employees. While this may appear to be discriminatory,
How can you protect your business from bullying, harassment and discrimination claims?
It should be standard practice for all business, big or small, to have policies in place that deal with workplace discrimination, harassment and bullying. If you do not have such
When is employment discrimination lawful?
It is well known that employment is an important factor for individual welfare and economic security. However, it is also well known that people with disabilities, older Australians, people that