In this episode Andrew and Kim discuss how the high court clarifies when a redundancy is genuine in the context of using contractors.

The scope for exploring whether a job is truly redundant has expanded again with a new High Court decision.

Here is this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video (link).

In this episode&nbsp;<a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffcwlawyers.com.au%2Fteam%2Fandrew-douglas%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csally.chadwick%40fcwlawyers.com.au%7C08334a52fbfd4bfa335308dd762f694f%7Cdb1def721e2a49d19d7e188149b8b750%7C0%7C0%7C638796668205440471%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=2dKJmUSE3LTgNKyOl%2Bwg%2FBV46HRAMv7CD7n7HzWBAy4%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">Andrew</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim</a>&nbsp;discuss how the high court clarifies when a redundancy is genuine in the context of using contractors. The scope for exploring whether a job is truly redundant has expanded again with a new High Court decision. Here is this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video (<a href="https://youtu.be/TVXJjdImCmo" data-ac-default-color="1">link</a>).

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most&nbsp;significant&nbsp;developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

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High Court Clarifies When a Redundancy Is Genuine in the Context of Using Contractors

We’re excited to share our latest podcast episode, where we examine the much-vexed issue of our employee communications with the media - both mainstream and social media.

In this episode, Andrew Douglas and Jim Babalis explore what this means in practice, by looking at the risks, responsibilities, and real-world implications for both employees and organisations. From navigating media engagement to understanding appropriate use of workplace systems, the conversation offers practical insights you won’t want to miss.

Whether you're an employer shaping policy or an employee wanting to stay informed, this discussion will help clarify expectations and spark important conversations.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

We&rsquo;re excited to share our latest podcast episode, where we&nbsp;examine the much-vexed issue of our employee communications with the media - both mainstream and social media. In this episode,&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">A</a><a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">ndrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/jim-babalis/" data-ac-default-color="1">Jim Babalis</a>&nbsp;explore what this means in practice, by looking at the risks, responsibilities, and real-world implications for both employees and organisations. From navigating media engagement to understanding appropriate use of workplace systems, the conversation offers practical insights you won&rsquo;t want to miss. Whether you're an employer shaping policy or an employee wanting to stay informed, this discussion will help clarify expectations and spark important conversations. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/8Xe5UGBN4ME" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

Media, Employees and Direction to not Use Employers’ Infrastructure What is a Lawful and Reasonable Direction in Respect of Media Comment

In our latest video, Andrew Douglas and a special guest cover an important and often misunderstood topic: Safety Regulator misconduct investigations.

Another case demonstrates safety regulators’ march into general workplace people management—this time focusing on the psychological hazards of investigating misconduct.

It’s scary how far psychological hazard law has extended into the day-to-day management of employees.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

In our latest video,&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and a special guest cover an important and often misunderstood topic:&nbsp;Safety Regulator misconduct investigations. Another case demonstrates safety regulators&rsquo; march into general workplace people management&mdash;this time focusing on the psychological hazards of investigating misconduct. It&rsquo;s scary how far psychological hazard law has extended into the day-to-day management of employees.
Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/8ENyXzQNcc0" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

Safety Regulator Attack Misconduct Investigations

There has been a rise in penalty awards for serious workplace safety injuries, bringing increased attention to how organisations manage risk, compliance, and accountability. For many businesses, this shift carries significant financial and reputational implications, making it more important than ever to stay informed and prepared.

In this episode, Kim McLagan and Jim Babalis share their perspectives on what’s driving these higher penalties and how regulators and courts are responding. They also discuss what this means in practical terms for employers, including where businesses are most exposed and the steps that can be taken now to reduce risk.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

There has been a rise in penalty awards for serious workplace safety injuries, bringing increased attention to how organisations manage risk, compliance, and accountability. For many businesses, this shift carries significant financial and reputational implications, making it more important than ever to stay informed and prepared. In this episode,&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/jim-babalis/" data-ac-default-color="1">Jim Babalis</a>&nbsp;share their perspectives on what&rsquo;s driving these higher penalties and how regulators and courts are responding. They also discuss what this means in practical terms for employers, including where businesses are most exposed and the steps that can be taken now to reduce risk. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/ruv0d3rL4Vo" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

High Court Clarifies When a Redundancy Is Genuine in the Context of Using Contractors

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