Why We Should Avoid the Use of the Word “Mandate” When Communicating Vaccination Requirements to Workers and the Wider Community
In order for any work health and safety policy or requirement to be truly effective, “buy-in” is needed from the people who fall within the scope of the policy. With so much “noise” created by media and misinformation, it’s more important than ever for an organisation to think carefully about how they communicate with their workers about vaccinations and other control measures that may generate concerns and paranoia.
The Cost of Workers Compensation in an Ageing Workforce
Australia has an ageing population and, as a result, an ageing workforce. It is predicted that there will be an average premium increase from the current 1.7% in the 2021/22 financial year to more…
Learning to Live With COVID-19 - The Trolley Dilemma in Our Economy
How do we decide which industries are so essential that the risks of suspending operations outweigh the risk of using COVID-19 positive workers who can continue working?
DW Fox Tucker Lawyers - COVID-19 Office Update
To Our Valued Clients, Colleagues and Associates Due to the SA Governments advice for people to work from home where possible for the next 2 – 3 weeks, the firm has decided that all staff will work…
New Era in Family Law
The (Commonwealth) Family Court of Australia and the accompanying Family Law Act commenced in 1975. At that time, it was heralded as modernising family law with a no-fault system for divorce after…
Religious Objections to Compulsory Vaccination for COVID-19
Compulsory vaccination for COVID-19 In late November, South Australia reopened its borders to Victoria and New South Wales. Many employers have introduced a compulsory vaccination policy in response…
Summerfield, Opioids and Rising Workers Compensation Premiums – What’s the Connection?
COVID-19 has taken headlines, but the opioid crisis is still with us, and business owners are warned of increased workers compensation premiums.
Aged Care: Staying Ahead of the Curve
South Australia Aged Care facilities will need to monitor developments in Victoria and New South Wales carefully as open borders change the “risk environment".
COVID-19 Guidelines: No Jab, No Office Christmas Party?
The end of the year is fast approaching, which means the Christmas office parties are just around the corner. It is one of the few times of the year where employers and employees alike can sit back…
Obligations Under the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA): All for One, but Not Necessarily One for All!
South Australian Employment Tribunal confirms that section 18 of the Return to Work Act 2014 does not apply beyond the parties to the employment contract to other entities in a group of self-insured employers.
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