All Articles From Ben Duggan
Mitigating the Risk of Sexual Harassment
As Richardson v Oracle has just shown, a policy alone isn’t always enough to prevent serious human and financial consequences. In February 2013, in the matter of Richardson v Oracle Corporation…
Sexual Harassment Just Got Much More Expensive!
In a recent appeal decision - Richardson v Oracle Corporation Australia Pty Ltd [2014] FCAFC 82 – the Full Bench of the Federal Court awarded significant damages for pain and suffering / non-economic…
Employers Have a Right to Know!
A recent Federal Court ruling reinforces employers’ rights to seek medical information to satisfy work health & safety obligations.
Important step to reduce WH&S prosecution risk being neglected
Are you overlooking your legal professional privilege?
Unwelcome Valentines
A recent sexual harassment case indicates businesses may have a far greater responsibility than they realise
Suspension Of WHS Construction Codes Of Practice
Most businesses will be aware of the new Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA) (“the Act”), which came into operation from 1 January 2013 as part of the new “harmonised” federal work health and safety…
What You Need To Know But May Be Prevented From Finding Out
The Health of Your Employees
Independent Commissioner Against Corruption
The establishment of the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) is a recent development for South Australia. ICAC has extensive powers to undertake the investigation of corruption and…
When the Inspector Calls – Your Rights!
Following extensive lobbying, last November the Liberal Party moved a significant amendment to the Work Health and Safety Bill 2011 which resulted in South Australia being the only state or territory…
Work Health and Safety Act 2012 – Indemnifying Directors for Work Health and Safety Fines
A recent decision of the Industrial Magistrates Court has called into question insurance policies which indemnify directors for fines for breaches of workplace health and safety law.
DWFT Report
The DWFT Report is a comprehensive publication containing news, commentary and analysis of significant contemporary legal issues impacting the Australian business community.
