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Understanding a "show cause" letter from your employer

Understanding a "show cause" letter from your employer

Receiving a “show cause letter” from your employer can be a very stressful experience. Understanding what a show cause letter means, what your rights and responsibilities are, and how best to respond can all significantly affect the outcome and your employment position.
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Queensland’s new sexual consent laws – effective from September 2024

Queensland’s new sexual consent laws – effective from September 2024

The law in Queensland regarding consent to sexual activity has been substantially amended. The new laws are already in effect and came into place on 23 September 2024. The key changes as they relate to sexual offences are discussed in this article.
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Covertly recording conversations in the workplace

Covertly recording conversations in the workplace

In recent years, the issue of covertly recording conversations in the workplace has emerged as an important topic in employment law. Such secret recordings raise concerns about privacy, workplace rights and protections, and the issue of trust between employees and employers.
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The purpose and importance of particulars in disciplinary proceedings

The purpose and importance of particulars in disciplinary proceedings

The 2023 decision of Lavercombe v Legal Services Commission [2023] QCAT 356 is a reminder of the vital role (and the limits) of particulars in disciplinary proceedings. In this case review we consider the purpose and importance of particulars in disciplinary matters.
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