This first ever whistleblower prosecution by ASIC highlights the need for human resources professionals, company executives and directors to ensure there is a comprehensive approach to whistleblower governance in their organisation.
ASIC commenced its first ever court proceeding for alleged greenwashing conduct against a superannuation fund amid its crackdown on greenwashing in the financial services and products sector.
New claims filed in the Federal Court are set to analyse a rarely-litigated section of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (Act) concerning whether an employee's additional hours of work are reasonable or unreasonable.
Superannuation obligations to independent contractors have finally been clarified by the Courts, giving employers and businesses further clarity on whether contractors are entitled to superannuation contributions.
