Brian AJ Newman LLB

Workplace disputes happen. They disrupt productivity. They create tension. I know how frustrating it can be when conflicts arise at work. But ignoring these issues only makes things worse. I want to share practical steps to resolve workplace disputes effectively. These steps help protect your rights and maintain a healthy work environment.

The recent headlines claiming “chaos” over the Fair Work Commission’s latest work-from-home decision have been met with scepticism from leading employment lawyers. As the dust settles from the Chandler v Westpac  ruling, which upheld an employee’s right to continue working remotely, the conversation is shifting from panic to perspective — and from employer discretion to employee rights. The decision has reignited national debate over flexible working arrangements. It follows the Australian...

In any workplace investigation — whether it involves allegations of misconduct, bullying, discrimination, or breaches of policy — the concepts of procedural fairness  and proper evidence organisation  form the backbone of a lawful and ethical process. Without them, investigations risk being tainted by bias, inconsistency, or a failure to afford natural justice.