The meaning of ‘discipline’ when applying the section 11A(1) defence
- Published 27.05.2024
Published | Gabrielle Renotte
Always on the lookout for excellent lawyers who share our values and our commitment to clients, we are delighted to share some great news about the continued growth of our Melbourne office.
It is our pleasure to welcome two new partners, Natasha Sim and Rosalind Gilsenan to our Melbourne team.
Natasha Sim joins us as a Partner in our Commercial team, specialising in Workplace Relations.
Published | Gabrielle Renotte
Turks is proud to announce that we have been recognised in the inaugural edition of Best Law Firms - Australia for our expertise in the areas of Insurance Law, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Trade Law, Real Property Law & Occupational Health and Safety Law.
Best Law Firms - Australia is judged by peers and clients and recognises the top 2% of firms nationwide. We are delighted to be included and thank you to everyone who nominated us.
Calculation of PIAWE – absence from work while in receipt of weekly payments does not constitute a ‘period of unpaid leave.’
- Published 27.05.2024
Secretary, Department of Communities and Justice v Stewart (NSWCA 2024)
Key Takeaways
Consent orders and judgments: their role in avoiding liability for impairment stemming from subsequent injuries
- Published 27.05.2024
Employers Liability Newsletter - May 2024
- Published 24.05.2024
Recent Decisions
Consent orders and judgments: their role in avoiding liability for impairment stemming from subsequent injuries
Wright v State of New South Wales (NSWCA 2024)
The meaning of ‘discipline’ when applying the section 11A(1) defence
Brennan v BWP (NSWPIC 2024)
Fairness and Good Faith: Court Examines AFCA’s Determination
- Published 20.05.2024
When does a liquidator need to seek approval under s477(2B) of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) to retain solicitors?
- Published 16.05.2024
A recent decision in the Supreme Court of Western Australia has shed light on the types of costs agreements and retainers that, before they are entered into, liquidators must seek approval from a court or creditors: Kitay v Frigger (No 2) (WASC 2024)
Key Takeaways
Don’t think it can’t happen to you!
- Published 13.05.2024
WA directors fined $5,000 each for failing to obtain a Director’s Identification Number.
As these things do, this decision turns on its own facts however the salient lesson for all directors of all companies, big and small, is that since 30 November 2023 you MUST HAVE a Director Identification Number.