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"Change is inevitable - helping you get more right, more often," is our Director, Melanie Thorley's favourite quote. As time goes on, people change, environment change and careers change. Bouncing off ideas and opinions with Chris De Santana, these two discuss interesting employment legal cases. New episodes out every Wednesday fortnight.
🐾 Welcome to a double-feature podcast that's as diverse as it gets! In the first part, join us for an adorable dog unboxing and review, where our furry friend explores exciting new treats, toys, and accessories. Watch as tails wag and curiosity peaks in this canine adventure, sure to bring a smile to your face! 🐶✨
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🎁 Part 1: Dog Unboxing and Review Ever wondered how your pup reacts to the latest pet products on the market? Well, wonder no more! Our four-legged friend is here to provide an entertaining and honest review of a delightful assortment of goodies. From tasty treats to interactive toys, we've got it all covered in this heartwarming segment. Prepare for tail-wagging fun and maybe even a few surprises along the way!
🌐 Part 2: Changes in Definition of Casual Workers in Australia Shifting gears, the second part of our video delves into the world of employment law in Australia. We'll explore recent updates and changes in the definition of casual workers, shedding light on how these alterations impact employees and businesses alike. Additionally, we'll discuss the closing of employment law loopholes, providing insights into the evolving landscape of workers' rights in Australia Whether you're an employer, employee, or simply curious about legal developments, this segment aims to inform and spark thoughtful conversations.
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🚂🇦🇺 Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of The Lawcast. In this installment, Melanie, an esteemed lawyer based in Brisbane, takes the lead in dissecting a perplexing case that has sent shockwaves through the legal landscape – an Australian train driver testing positive for cocaine and subsequently reclaiming his position. With a commitment to professionalism and a focus on informative content, Melanie invites you to join her in unpacking these complex legal narratives that challenge conventional expectations. Hit play for a deep dive into the nuances of the Australian legal system, where reality often proves stranger than fiction. 🕵️♂️👩⚖️ #LegalAnalysis #AussieLaw #BrisbaneAttorney
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Starting the new year not with employment law, this week, we talk about all the interesting new laws about cat containment, dog laws, e-cigarette bans, banning the use of mobile phones in school and childcare centers, reimbursing people who pay a lot of money to toll booths and more. Hope you enjoy! And we are pleased to know what you think in the comments!
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Are you tired of the redundancy myths that cloud our understanding in Australia? In this video, we debunk common misconceptions about redundancy, shedding light on crucial aspects and providing clarity. Join us as we uncover the truth behind redundancy in the Australian context, empowering you with the knowledge to navigate this aspect of employment with confidence.
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In this episode of TheLawcast, Melanie talks about all the people who send in their unfair dismissal / general protections application and fail to follow through or engage with the commission after filing.
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VIDEO: https://youtu.be/WorvvlDkF_o
In this episode of TheLawcast, join us for a deep dive into an intriguing General Protections case. As an employment lawyer, Melanie will discuss a unique case where a woman took sick leave during her notice period but wasn't paid for those days, leading to a formal hearing. We'll provide an impartial and comprehensive analysis of the legal aspects, challenges, and the case's outcome. Tune in to gain a better understanding of the intricacies of this case and employees' rights in the workplace. Don't forget to subscribe for more thought-provoking legal discussions!
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Video here: https://youtu.be/sYCUKhdIod4With the world changing rapidly and more employees embracing remote work, it's essential to stay on top of the legal aspects of this shift. Melanie will share her expert insights into the challenges employers are facing and how they're responding to this new frontier. If you have any questions or experiences to share, drop them in the comments below. We love hearing from our amazing community! 🗨️ If you find the video informative, please hit the 'Like' button and share it with those who may benefit. Subscribe and hit the notification bell 🔔 to stay in the loop on all things legal, employment, and more. Thanks for tuning in, and let's dive into the fascinating world of work-from-home laws together! 🌐🏡 #WorkFromHome #EmploymentLaw #legalrights 0:00 WFH directive 2:58 Individual flexible arrangements 5:46 Litigious employees 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
Video version: https://youtu.be/lhisGqMY-fQIn this episode of TheLawcast, join us for a deep dive into an intriguing General Protections case. As an employment lawyer, Melanie will discuss a unique case where a woman took sick leave during her notice period but wasn't paid for those days, leading to a formal hearing. We'll provide an impartial and comprehensive analysis of the legal aspects, challenges, and the case's outcome. Tune in to gain a better understanding of the intricacies of this case and employees' rights in the workplace. Don't forget to subscribe for more thought-provoking legal discussions! 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c... 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430
Video version: https://youtu.be/u8ocuqHFtUYThis week, I deep dive into Australia's new employment laws. Some are about changing the definition of an employee / employer / casual workers, some are about defining more rules for gig workers, and some are about adding on more (redundant) laws to the laws that are already in effect. Definitely let me know what you think in the comments below! If you liked my video, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
Video version: https://youtu.be/RAyh4fiMfzcToday, I want to talk about something very different. Today, I want to talk about my life journey with my husband to celebrate this milestone. Nine years dedicated to MJT Law, but 19 years dedicated to Paul, my luvbba luvbba. 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
Video: https://youtu.be/hFoCS0QZbgQThis week, I talk bust myths! I talk about whether you can get fired or fire people while they are on sick leave / work cover. I also talk about filing industrial protections while NOT being in a union. If you liked my video, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 0:00 Introduction 0:30 Terminated on workcover 2:15 Terminated on sick leave 4:55 Casual workers filing unfair dismissal applications 8:21 can't apply for industrial protections unless you are Union 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
Video version: https://youtu.be/4B_2PwaUpzcThis week, I talk about how the Domestic Violence leave is now applied to small businesses in Australia, and how it might affect them. Then, I also talk about an interesting case where a resort worker pees on another employee's face after a night out. If you liked my podcast, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 0:00 Introduction 0:46 Domestic Violence leave 6:02 Urinating on Someone 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
Video: https://youtu.be/avkVJ4dvxswThis week, I talk about how secretly recorded evidence can play out in legal cases / in court. Besides that, I wanted to talk about crazy employment law cases like how some people shouldn't file for Unfair Dismissal cases. One was terminated for drunk driving, the other is another Virgin Australia case. If you liked my video, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 0:00 Introduction 0:28 Secret Recording for "evidence" 4:13 Zombie Agreements 8:03 Drunk Train Driving 13:24 Fake Med Certificate 23:08 I quit dying my hair 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/Video: https://youtu.be/ujDFw9CiiuAThis week, I deep dive into Australia's new legislation on employment (mostly) effective from July 1, 2023. If you liked my video, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 Timeline: 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Superannuation 2:05 Parental Leave 5:26 Salary Deduction 7:23 Migrant Worker Rights 10:02 Coal Mine Industry 16:22 General Protections Application 20:22 AI and Job Stealing? 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help.
Video: https://youtu.be/QAM8ZX2h2CEThis is part 2, a continuation from last time. I spoke about the 'interesting' things Sheldon said, and this week, I talk about how how he got into trouble for that. Sheldon from the Big Bang Theory is with HR now... watch how the HR person conducted herself! If you liked my podcast, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 🙌🏻 MJT HR: MJT HR is a Brisbane based company that provides three main services which will assist your business without the need for a specialised HR Adviser whether that be external or internal. Free Consult: https://mjthr.com.au/free-consultation/ MJT HR: https://mjthr.com.au/about/
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Video: https://youtu.be/Gg9y2TbB5nkThis week, I talk about some of Australia's craziest laws; some that people believe are real, and other strange laws which ARE real. We have weird laws about potatoes, being fully dressed at the beach, peeing on the rear left side of your car, etc. My favourite is the fact that it is unlawful to leave your car unlocked. Which do you think is justified? If you liked my podcast, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
Video: https://youtu.be/NWhPhvSViaMMelanie deep dives into Australia's new Fair Work Amendment of Same Work, Same Pay for the labour hire industry. It will have an impact on labour hire workers (who amount to 2.3%) and especially small businesses. This update is fresh, so time can only tell how this will play out and settle. If you liked my video, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c...
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In this podcast, I talked about 4 crazy employment law suits cases plus one new amendment to a holiday leave law. If you liked my podcast, please subscribe! (because not only do I talk about thought-provoking cases, but also update you on the latest news on employment law in Australia) 😊 0:00 Intro + Union getting access to records 7:30 Forced resignation / constructive dismissal 12:15 HR falsifying records 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help.
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Video: https://youtu.be/BPdS_9rPBCYMelanie Thorley, an employment lawyer based in Brisbane, talks about crazy Unfair Dismissal cases. She also discusses new bills and National Employment Standards (NES) being talked about in parliament. 0:00 Not renewing your contract = fired? 2:52 National Employment Standard 6:25 Fired by mail 9:52 Change in the Fair Work Act We suggest subscribing if you look forward to constant updates in employment law and funny videos of reality v. TV court. 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c... 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430
Video Version: https://youtu.be/XWiq89qz6cEMelanie Thorley, an employment lawyer reacts to the popular British TV series Spy's (2011) court scene. Unbelievable! Spy is about Tim Elliot, a single father, seeks to gain back respect from Marcus Elliot. One day, Tim is accidentally recruited into the MI5 as a trainee spy. If you want to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in employment law or just any funny, interesting legal content, please subscribe! 🙌🏻We are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help. 🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📰 MJT Law's latest online article: https://mjtlaw.com.au/.../mcdonalds-c... 📨Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430
In this episode, we sit down with an experienced employment lawyer to discuss the recent changes to the Australian Industrial Relations (IR) law. The Australian government has recently introduced several changes to the industrial relations system that will be implemented in the future, and it is essential for employers and employees alike to understand what these changes mean and how they will impact the workplace.
Our lawyer will break down these changes and explain how they will affect things like anti-discrimination, gender pay gap, and contract work agreements. So, if you want to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in employment law and ensure that you are prepared for the changes to come, then don't miss this informative and insightful video!
Video: https://youtu.be/_f3gWoTgFhQ
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Melanie, an emploment lawyer, comments on recent unfair dismissal cases. One, an Applicant refusing to show up to mediation, claiming migraines, facial disfigurement and broken camera (for video conciliation). The other case refers to an employer firing an employee for abandoning his post... little did the employer know that their staff abandoned their post because he was JAILED.
Cases:
🔹Scott Hillebrand v DLF Racing Services Pty. Ltd.(U2022/11328)
🔸Joe Cai v Serco Citizen Services Pty Ltd (U2022/10544)
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Melanie, as an employment lawyer, goes through frequently asked questions by diving into relevant case examples that happened recently. When one gets fired, goes through depression or financial difficulty, can an out of time application fall through?
Cases:
🔸Ms Manal Ibrahim v AMES Australia (U2022/7721)
🔹Burak Akkan v Sydney Kebab Manufacturers and Distributors Pty Ltd (U2022/11773)
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As an employment lawyer from Brisbane, this movie makes more sense than you think. This week, Melanie reacts to "My Cousin Vinny," a family-law attorney is hired to defend a cousin of his who has been accused of murdering his wife. The attorney gets more than he bargained for when he finds out that his client is also an illegal immigrant from Sicily, and may not be as innocent as he claims to be.
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As employment lawyer, Melanie Thorley has heard insane client stories. One of them is about how an employer can protect a staff member, enabling them to watch porn at work in a legally safe way. Melanie also speaks about the daily life of an employment lawyer in Brisbane.
Video version: https://youtu.be/4LoNAcp2HTo
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Melanie, as an employment lawyer, reacts to "My Cousin Vinny," a family-law attorney is hired to defend a cousin of his who has been accused of murdering his wife. The attorney gets more than he bargained for when he finds out that his client is also an illegal immigrant from Sicily, and may not be as innocent as he claims to be.
Video here: https://youtu.be/u_yNHfxcF4w
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Melanie speaks about Elle Wood's court attire and highlights what you are NOT supposed to wear as a Lawyer at court. (For starters, dogs are not allowed anywhere near the courtroom, and she has one in her handbag.)
Video Version: https://youtu.be/5K5hIvgfX90
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Melanie, a Solicitor from Brisbane contrast her law school experience with Legally Blonde's Elle Wood's! This is a 4-part series on Legally Blonde, we would love to hear your comments!
Video Version: https://youtu.be/fU-kkkU82RU
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Melanie goes through the realities of law school with Legally Blonde and Elle Woods. This episode is on Elle Woods in the classroom, competing with her classmates for the top grades and a potential internship.
Video Version: https://youtu.be/RgkXa_GhUtc
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Law school is not easy, but has this old legal series captured how truly difficult it can be? Melanie shares her personal stories about the harshness of law school. Yes, we are a law firm that assist with employment related matters. Contact us if you are employer, or an employee needing help.
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Melanie rates Boston Legal's court scenes, was this more accurate than newer legal dramas like Lincoln Lawyer and Suits? Let us know your comments!
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A new Netflix legal series is out! Melanie, an employment lawyer based in Australia comments and gives opinions on Juries forced to become Juries in a Homicide court case.
Video version: https://youtu.be/02m7lSxU50g
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A new Netflix legal series is out! Melanie, an employment lawyer based in Australia judges the technical accuracy of the role of solicitors being called to Court.
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Suits Season 1, episode 4 is on blast! Melanie deep dives into court behaviours and protocols and compares it to the Australian Court System.
Mike is defending his client against a rent claim, but fails horribly?
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Have you ever watched Suits, and wondered if that reflects the reality of what court should be?
Melanie dissects how accurate the American TV drama is, from solicitor attire/dress code, to how lawyers interact with each other, to how judges speak at court.
DISCLAIMER: of course there might be differences in American court and Australian courts.
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Melanie deep dives into the new bill by the Australian Labour Party - Fair Work Amendment Equal Pay for Equal Work Bill.
Pay transparency, equal pay for contractors... does this actually address underlying causes of the gender pay gap and help pay equality?
Could enforcing these bills mean that companies no longer hire, or will now terminate their contractors?
Freedom to speak about your salary to ensure that you are not being unfairly passed off for a promotion because of your gender...
Is this new bill fair?
You decide.
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This week on the LawCast we join Melanie on site with 😍 Nera Skripic, owner and operator of Plushh Beauty, and we look into how Nera transitioned her ‘side-hustle’ to a small business while studying Law at Bond University.
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This week on the LawCast we join Melanie and Chris for our take on the ‘gig economy’ – task-based work available from online platforms.🍟🍕🤹♀️🚕🛵🪛🔨
🤔 Today on Chris’ Commissions Crazies we join Melanie and Chris for ‘Industrial Relations Gone Wrong’.
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On the MJT LawCast today, we join Melanie and Chris for a sticky beak into the "immediate action" set to change the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) including:
• Stronger access for flexible working arrangements and unpaid parental leave
• Stronger protections (adverse action, harassment, discrimination)
• Ensuring all workers can negotiate in good faith
• Ensuring workers and business have flexible options for reaching agreement
• Making the “better off overall” test for agreement approval simple, flexible and fair.
• proactive help for workers, particularly new entrants and small-to-medium businesses
• fit for purpose and fair agreement termination process
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This week on the LawCast we join Melanie and Chris for some OMG:
Solicitors behaving... Badly🤪🤭
Contrary to well-known caricatures of lawyers as 'liars' etc, most lawyers are genuine and honest.
On that note, here are our curated outliers - a selection of recent cases from the past few years of solicitors behaving badly...
This week on the LawCast, we join Melanie and Chris for an edgy dive into:
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the current bill for Family and Domestic Violence paid leave and potential impacts for employers and employees; and
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'Dismissed or not?' A case looking at whether an employee was dismissed from employment after being told to 'lose' his boss's number.🤳🏽
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This week on the LawCast, we join Melanie and Chris for:
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the Triple Cs (Chris's Commissions Crazies) latest offering - being fired for texting your boss (and not using emojis); as well as
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a case of a completely trusted employee's elaborate fraud scheme to the tune of over $4M, and thoughts on how employers might avoid these situations.
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This week on the LawCast Melanie and Chris talk about an interesting case relating to redundancies and relocations, and go over some of the issues that can come about due to relocations.
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This week on the LawCast Melanie and Chris talk about discrimination, sexual harassment and favours for promotions.
This week on the LawCast Chris and Melanie discuss, amoung other things, modern day slavery and having a relationship with a student.
We have a new federal Government in Australia, there will be changes to the employment law regime... Melanie the Chris talk about what may happen next.
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This week join Melanie and Chris are discussing the issues around a policy that give leave to women who are experiencing period pains and a unsuccessful application relation to a request to work from home for the next five years.
A bus driver was fired for telling an anti-masker to wear a mask, and using a smart-watch on the job. This was in breach of the company's policy to not engage with anti-maskers. Was this an unfair dismissal?
Video version: https://youtu.be/Aye6iOPGdsA
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This week join Melanie and Chris is discussing this crazy sexual harassment case: an employee has targeted his colleague, making suggestive comments, requesting for sex, slapping her bum and shoving his face between her chest.
The Employer denied that he was vicariously liable even after ignoring the complaint and pushing it aside as "joke" because he made the employment handbook available electronically.
What do you think?
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🌐Web: https://mjtlaw.com.au/free-consultation/ 📧Email: admin@mjtlaw.com.au 📞Tel: 07 3040 3430 This week in Chris's Commissions Crazies, an employee was terminated for staring at another staff member's chest. #TheLawcast
This week, starting with a new segment: Chris' Commissions Crazies (CCC) speaks about absolutely unusual court cases. Chris speaks about how an employee gets punched for resigning and imprisoned until the cops come. This resulted in an out of time application (which is rarely approved) for an unfair dismissal case.
There was an incredible case where someone made an out of time application because they were in a coma during the timeframe, and was still rejected.
Lastly, Melanie's news segment discussing change in Superannuation (in effect July 2022).
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In the new age of technology, many employers and employees alike are navigating ways to appropriately use social media. What happens when a click of a button may ruin a company's reputation? Is this fair on the employers? Otherwise, if we restrict employee's social media use, would that be fair?
This week's podcasts also talks about a case where a woman does her side hustle job while at work, subsequently neglecting her job - and we also speak about what it means for employees when they are requested to relocate and migrate for a job.
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Starting with an interesting case where an employee accidentally rolls over the employer's pet Galah, resulting in his dismissal. Find out what happens next with Melanie and Chris. We also speak about the reason why a company may prefer hiring a contractor over an employee, whether or not the law is too harsh on employers for mistakes, and the duty of a lawyer to keep privileged information confidential.
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Starting with an interesting case where an employee accidentally rolls over the employer's pet Galah, resulting in his dismissal. Find out what happens next with Melanie and Chris. We also speak about the reason why a company may prefer hiring a contractor over an employee, whether or not the law is too harsh on employers for mistakes, and the duty of a lawyer to keep privileged information confidential.
Watch it on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFiAZtvzOIs
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We are back, the first #Lawcast of 2022! This week, employment lawyers, Melanie and Chris separate common assumptions from fact. Besides that, they will also be speaking about what you can do when employees sick with COVID or in isolation. This will also be the first time Seymour is on camera.
Video: https://youtu.be/x8n8t-DE3uk
Part 1:
2:58 Employment law myths
3:42 “you can’t terminate on sick leave”
8:42 “you can’t take sick leave on annual leave”
12:13 “restraint of trade never works”
18:49 “You don’t need to pay contractors super”
20:37 “must give 3 warnings before termination”
25:30 “awards don’t apply when you have a contract”
Part 2:
26:38 “awards don’t apply if you pay above the rate”
29:48 “you’re not allowed to give bad references”
33:57 extending probationary periods
39:00 War of the Worlds
49:42 Employees sick with COVID
We are back, the first #Lawcast of 2022! This week, employment lawyers, Melanie and Chris separate common assumptions from fact. Besides that, they will also be speaking about what you can do when employees sick with COVID or in isolation. This will also be the first time Seymour is on camera.
Video: https://youtu.be/x8n8t-DE3uk
Part 1:
2:58 Employment law myths
3:42 “you can’t terminate on sick leave”
8:42 “you can’t take sick leave on annual leave”
12:13 “restraint of trade never works”
18:49 “You don’t need to pay contractors super”
20:37 “must give 3 warnings before termination”
25:30 “awards don’t apply when you have a contract”
Part 2:
26:38 “awards don’t apply if you pay above the rate”
29:48 “you’re not allowed to give bad references”
33:57 extending probationary periods
39:00 War of the Worlds
49:42 Employees sick with COVID
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What is General Protections? Melanie and Chris does an in-depth review of this case and all its enquiries and complaints one-by-one.
Watch our video version: https://youtu.be/5eHZYEfH8CE
Social media is #powerful, #accessible, and #omnipresent. And, it's just getting more popular. Protect your business by learning about #socialmedia and its associated legal risks, create a policy, disciplinary actions, and more.
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Social media is #powerful, #accessible, and #omnipresent. And, it's just getting more popular. Protect your business by learning about #socialmedia and its associated legal risks, create a policy, disciplinary actions, and more.
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Join Melanie and Chris in a heated discussion on outlier legal cases on mandating vaccines in Queensland workplaces, and how it compares to other states.
🔺Brasell-Dellow & Ors v State of Queensland, (Queensland Police Service) & Ors [2021] QIRC 356
🔺Kimber v Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Ltd [2021] FWCFB 6015
🔺Bou-Jamie Barber v Goodstart Early Learning (2021) 73 AILR
🔺Maria Corazon Glover v Ozcare [2021] FWC 2989
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This week, Melanie and Chris speak on two cases: one, on a Professor making a comment on climate change affecting the great barrier reef, leading to an unfair dismissal; two, an employee given a heavily redacted show cause that he wasn't able to respond to it. Watch how it unfolds....
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Over the past few weeks, the vaccine rollout has been taking speed. Especially with more and more major corporations and government agencies mandating vaccines. Many employees may be facing termination should they not get their vaccines. Melanie and Chris discuss these new workplace policies and why some employees may be reluctant to take the jab.
This week the lawyers speak on drugs and alcohol policy case involving a sales person. This person was required to provide a urine sample, however, she refused on multiple occasions and did not comply with the alternative solutions by the employer. She was then terminated. Melanie also weighs in on Australian work culture, and managers being overly friendly with their subordinates; and the implications it would have on other employees and business practices. What do you think?
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Our most LAWYER-Y Lawcast ever! Melanie and Chris speak about the recent case decision made on an application for unfair dismissal and application for costs. According to the decision, the applicant had not been working for 15 months prior to his dismissal dues to sickness. The applicant was dismissed because he was not able to prove that he was fit to return to work in the foreseeable future. What do you think?
This week, we talk about how Menulog is advocating for an Award to be applied to their delivery workers. This would mean a more structured system for both employers and employees, and other business implications it may have. Another topic is on the possibility of whether parents can still take unpaid parental leave despite having stillbirths.
Is Google truly flexible in their work arrangements? Melanie and Chris speak about how Google is formalizing work-from-home arrangements for their employees. Employees who live in rural areas will receive a pay cut due to lower expenses. Is a pay cut in exchange for not traveling to work just a balance of supply and demand of human resources? Will other companies follow suit?
Side Hustles and the Gig economy is not getting any less popular anytime soon. Its tempting appeal, where the hours are flexible and, better, you may work for more than one company at a time. This week, our hosts discuss the case, where the Fair Work was criticised by lawyers of the Deliveroo on their statement that employees should be paid a minimum wage. By having to pay a minimum wage, delivery companies will be acknowledging that their delivery drivers are employees.
Episode 15 criticizes how the restrictions affect the rich and famous differently from the average (and the fact that the government is not transparent with this). Melanie and Chris also discuss the definition of "continuous employment"; based on the recent case that an employee's continuous service is not broken by resignation and subsequent re-employment as a casual worker. By that logic, she is protected from unfair dismissal. They also speak on the difference in standards when working while on sick leave versus working while on holidays.
This week, Melanie speaks about her experience with her dog trainer recently. The dog trainer validates her credibility by mentioning the length of her service. Which begs the question, how do you tell if someone is qualified for a job in an unregulated industry?
NEWS 1: The Fair Work Commission has published that there will be a 2.5% increase for minimum wages.
NEWS 2: The Superannuation Guarantee rate is currently legislated to increase super by 0.5%, making it to 10% from 1 July 2021.
This will significantly affect payroll and would spark the way SME's consider reward and loyalty in a post-pandemic business world.
This week's adventure: Melanie and Chris are in the Gold Coast! Attending the Queensland Law Society Annual Conference, they are joined by Benjamin Deverson (Lawganised). They talk about the fluctuating trust levels from clients in their lawyers before and after "the global event". What people expect and want from their lawyers behaviour may not necessarily lead to the desired outcome. We also talk about Uno! (and that no one plays with one universal rule).
This week on the Lawcast: interesting yet hilarious Australian statistics - like how 73% of all Australians change their sheets several times a month? (Though, we are skeptical... The source for these statistics is from Australia Talks.)
In the second part, they also speak about the craziest laws around the world. Did you know Singapore does not allow chewing gum? 🤯
Melanie and Chris speaks about boundaries with alcohol in a social work environment. Should employers be more stringent in their policies, and does this affect trust and tip the balance in the relationship between employee and employer. In the second part, Melanie and Chris discuss how traditional gender roles could affect a female employee's choices in her career when starting a family.
Melanie and Chris speaks about boundaries with alcohol in a social work environment. Should employers be more stringent in their policies, and does this affect trust and tip the balance in the relationship between employee and employer. In the second part, Melanie and Chris discuss how traditional gender roles could affect a female employee's choices in her career when starting a family.
Starting off with a small topic of what defines as a "Small Business", Chris and Melanie gradually moves into the topic around how reality stars are not treated with the same respect as movie stars (despite both being employees). They discuss how Piper O'Neill and Veronica Cristovao from My Kitchen Rules (MKR) have been affected by how the show's treatment of them. This opens a wider conversation about the employee entitlements and rights of reality stars.
Melanie and Chris engage in a debate on whether the rise of automation and technological advancement is correlated to youth unemployment. And what we, as a society, can do about it.
Melanie, Chris and guest James (who owns a photography/videography businesses) share their insights and thoughts on whether side hustles result in lack of loyalty or otherwise.
Melissa has been in the HR industry for over 20 years, supporting the development and management of people throughout Queensland. As a HR Coach, Melissa now focuses on coaching business owners and providing them with people solutions. Melanie and Melissa discusses an array of topics and strategies centred around the resiliency of employers and business owners. So, business owners out there, you might want to stick around and listen!
Like many careers, becoming a lawyer is a journey. Being admitted as a lawyer is probably one of the most exhilarating process at this early stage in an aspiring lawyer's career. This podcast also takes the opportunity to explore the age old question of whether or not uber drivers are employees, and what would happen to them if electric cars took over.
Bitcoin (and Tesla) has made waves in the news lately, bring on conversations about the potential of cryptocurrencies, and other forms of compensation in the employment arena. Of course, who could forget the lawyer/cat in his recent misfortune being unable to remove a cat filter from his Court appearance.
Scandalous. Unprofessional. Disgrace. Melanie and Chris speak about the unspeakable: a lawyer was recorded and broadcasted conducting sexual acts when Court was in session.
Melanie and Chris, employment solicitors, cover whether or not Priests are employees, the ins and outs of working remotely and more...
Two employment lawyers explore a case where bathroom breaks were NOT allowed. Melanie Thorley (Director) and Chris De Santana (Solicitor) discuss how young employees may be exploited, knows they are being exploited - but may be afraid to speak up because of the power imbalances that exist in the workplace.