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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...
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...
Navigating Mental Health Concerns During Termination Processes
Data shows us that over 4.6% of Australians live with some form of psychosocial disability. That’s more than 1.1 million people - and some of...
The role of Djäkamirr in redesigning First Nations women’s maternity care services
Over the last few months, DKL’s Principal, Danny King, has been closely involved in a new initiative to re-establish traditional maternity...
The impact of balanced paid parental leave policies might not be what you think
As a partner of a firm specialising in employment law, part of my mandate is to push best-practice workplace policies and their benefits...
What employees must know when speaking up on sexual harassment
Employees subject to unwelcome advances have various legal options but navigating the personal and professional implications of speaking up can...
An employer’s guide to addressing sexual harassment in the workplace
Don't wait for something to happen. Choose a proactive path to addressing vicarious liability risk and foster a workplace culture that top...
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...