Folau sacking case could change how employers deal with discrimination

"Impossible position" for employers

As the Israel Folau saga enters another chapter, our Managing Director Athena Koelmeyer shared her thoughts with Smart Company’s News Editor, Matthew Elmas, on how this case will potentially affect all employers and employees not just sporting organisations and athletes.

Read the full article on Smart Company.

Hold the Line! - Restraints & Employment Contracts

Workplace Law's Managing Director, Athena Koelmeyer, will guide you through the legal minefield of post-employment restraints.

September 4, 2023

Events

Employee’s exaggerated complaints created psychosocial risk

False alarm

Employers have work health and safety obligations to eliminate or minimise psychosocial risks in the workplace so far as is reasonably practicable. These risks arise from psychosocial hazards including conflict or poor workplace relationships.

August 8, 2023

Blogs

Commission finds swearing in workplace constituted sexual harassment and warranted summary dismissal

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

With the new Respect@Work amendments now in place, employers should be mindful of a recent decision handed down by the Fair Work Commission where it upheld the dismissal of an employee on the basis that swearing at a colleague constituted sexual harassment.

July 11, 2023

Workplace Law partners with Melbourne City FC

Building on the long term support of women's sport and the recent success of the FIFA Women's World Cup, we are excited to share some news about our next sporting partnership.

October 16, 2023

Media Releases

Workplace Law turns 20!

We wanted to express how grateful we are for the support of our valued clients and partners – it continues to be a genuine joy to work with all of you. The challenges and pressures on Australian employers have never been greater and we will continue to do our very best to help you navigate all of that.

August 16, 2023

Media Releases