Welcome back to another 1800ADVOCATES blog, where we discuss pressing issues related to employment and human rights in Australia. In...

In the realm of employment and human rights advocacy, few issues resonate as strongly as unfair dismissal cases. An unfair dismissal, as...

Trade unions, which have historically been the bastions of workers' rights and representation, have undeniably seen a steady decrease in...

Introduction: Unfair dismissal is a topic that often sparks concern and debate in the realm of labor law. In Australia, the Fair Work Act...

In the matter of Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union v Personnel Contracting Pty Ltd [2022] HCA 1, the High Court...

A new document has been published on the SCHADS Award variation (AM2023/2) page of our website. The Fair Work Commission have published:...

To initiate a workers' compensation appeal in Queensland, several steps need to be followed. The process typically involves the following...

This is a summary of a decision made by the Fair Work Commission regarding the review of modern awards and the inclusion of shutdown...

Before 2018, the Commission was required to review all modern awards every 4 years. During the review the Commission could make new...

The entitlement to a 10-hour break between shifts for electricians or any other occupation is determined by the Fair Work Act 2009 and...

In the recent application to the Fair Work Commission filed by Ms. Emma Treves, the importance of due process and following the rules of...

Introduction: The case of Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs v Thornton [2023] HCA 17,...

Introduction: The case of Government of the Russian Federation v Commonwealth of Australia [2023] HCA 20, heard in the High Court of...

Police officers play a crucial role in maintaining law and order within our communities. However, instances of police harassment can...

In Australian common law, natural justice and procedural fairness are fundamental principles that ensure fairness and impartiality in...

Ethics holds a pivotal position within the realm of philosophy, as it delves into the fundamental inquiries concerning morality, values,...

In civil law, an employment contract is a legally binding agreement between an employer and an employee. It outlines the rights and...

Introduction: WorkCover Queensland v Yang (10 October 2022) is a significant case that was decided by the Court of Appeal of Queensland....

Title: Workplace Safety and Employer Liability: Lessons from McCartney and Secretary, Attorney General's Department Case Introduction:...

In the case of Crossing v Anglicare NSW South, NSW West and Act, Justice Abraham of the Federal Court of Australia delivered a judgment...