Implementing a policy to regulate employees' social media behaviour puts employers in a "much better place" to prevent some of the damage that can occur, says employment lawyer Fay Calderone.
Voluntary, certified compliance with the Australian Human Rights Commission's discrimination guidance or codes will provide employers a "complete defence" against discrimination claims, under changes announced to the national regime.
Research into s*xual-orientation discrimination shows there are "very good reasons why the Australian corporate closet is still full", says an academic.
The Federal Parliament's inquiry into workplace bullying reports that improving workplace culture is "the greatest investment that can be made" toward eliminating the problem, and advocates management targets for encouraging positive workplace behaviour.
Can employers face legal risks for not implementing a workplace drug-testing regime? How should managers deal with workers who refuse to be tested? Is consistency required when dealing with positive drug-test results?
Mills Oakley employment lawyers Luke Connolly and Allison Grant answer these questions and more - read or listen to their answers here.
Including a "gardening leave" clause in executives' contracts is always a good idea, but doing so won't necessarily mean you can enforce it, says employment lawyer Emma Pritchard.
Understanding unconscious bias in the workplace - and taking steps to address it - can lead to more effective and adaptive decision-making, according to a new report from Melbourne Business School's Centre for Ethical Leadership.
What is a normal period of notice payable when a senior executive's employment is terminated? Should contracts contain tiered restraints? How hard is it to renegotiate a clause in an executive contract once they have signed it?
In her presentation earlier this month, Emma Pritchard of Harmers Workplace Lawyers provided listeners with information and guidance on how to best manage executive terminations.
Speech time at the work Christmas party is a good opportunity for employers to pause the flow of alcohol and help prevent incidents arising from excessive consumption, says the Australian Drug Foundation's head of workplace services, Phillip Collins.
Some employers have successfully stepped up to the task of managing psychosocial safety, but in many other workplaces, initiatives are falling flat. Join us for an HR Daily webinar to understand what's holding back progress in this critical space and how to move forward.
