When is a workplace right not really a workplace right?

It’s a question more organisations are facing as complaints increase - particularly when they may not be raised in good faith. Can you recognise when a workplace right complaint is legitimate, and not made for an ulterior purpose?

Understanding the difference is critical to avoid harm to your organisation. Misusing workplace rights can create significant legal and cultural risks, yet handling these situations incorrectly can be just as damaging.

Join Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan as they explore where the line is drawn, what the law says, and how employers can respond with confidence.

Stay tuned for practical insights to help you navigate this complex area.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

When is a workplace right not really a workplace right? It&rsquo;s a question more organisations are facing as complaints increase - particularly when they may not be raised in good faith. Can you recognise when a workplace right complaint is legitimate, and not made for an ulterior purpose? Understanding the difference is critical to avoid harm to your organisation. Misusing workplace rights can create significant legal and cultural risks, yet handling these situations incorrectly can be just as damaging. Join&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;as they explore where the line is drawn, what the law says, and how employers can respond with confidence. Stay tuned for practical insights to help you navigate this complex area. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/1u6zJ5Yrh4w" data-ac-default-color="1">here</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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When is a Workplace Right not a Workplace Right? When a Complaint is not Made in Good Faith and For an Ulterior Purpose

We’re pleased to share our latest podcast episode, where Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan explore how reliance by directors on others can create a false sense of security. However, reliance does not remove responsibility. Directors remain ultimately accountable, and where things go wrong, they may still be held liable.

Understanding where reliance ends and responsibility begins is critical in today’s risk environment.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

We&rsquo;re pleased to share our latest podcast episode, where&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;explore how reliance by directors on others can create a false sense of security.&nbsp;However, reliance does not remove responsibility. Directors remain ultimately accountable, and where things go wrong, they may still be held liable. Understanding where reliance ends and responsibility begins is critical in today&rsquo;s risk environment. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/q7o_Gj0b6BQ" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

When directors rely upon others, They are still Liable for Harm

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>.

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