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How DKL supported an employee through a workplace investigation and cleared them of any wrongdoing
*This matter has not been closed and is still ongoing – final outcome is still pending, this is just currently where the matter is sitting at*...
How DKL acted as a support person during a workplace investigation
Our client was an employee who worked in agriculture. Background The client came to DKL for support when they were the subject of an...
Ensuring flexibility and equality: Fair Work Act updates
On 22 June 2023, the Australian Government passed the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Protecting Worker Entitlements) Act 2023 (the Act). The...
An employer’s (simple) guide to workplace investigations
Understanding your obligations when conducting workplace investigations can save you a lot of hassle and pain in the long run.  Workplace...
What you need to know about the changes to flexible working arrangements
From 6 June 2023, significant changes to the flexible working arrangement provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) will be implemented. These...
End-of-employment crossroads: Why redundancy may not be the best answer
Workplace relationships can be complex and dynamic. They change naturally over time as perspectives and people’s circumstances evolve. They can...
Changes to Independent Contractors – Jamsek and Personnel Demystified
In February, two High Court cases were published that have significant implications for the engagement of independent contractors. Now that the...