Multiple recent allegations in federal parliament clearly display a toxic workplace culture. Earlier this year, allegations were published that Brittany Higgins, a staffer at Parliament House, was … [Read more...]
How Employers Should Deal With Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Have a read of our blog examining the stages of the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis and discussing the different responses from governments and from the public. Also have a read of our blog … [Read more...]
New Year, New Career Opportunities! But are you being watched?
2020 brings new horizons, and exciting career opportunities! It’s time to plan your working year – Will you stay? Will you go? Go part-time? A career change? Consider your co-workers, boss, … [Read more...]
Wage Theft! What do you do if you’re being underpaid?
Wage theft is rife in Australia. Some of Australia's biggest companies, including Woolworths, Wesfarmers the ABC, Qantas, Bunnings, even poor George Calombaris, have been caught underpaying … [Read more...]
Freedom of Religion vs Hate Speech – Who’s going to win the Rugby World Cup?
Our principal, Greg Martin, and one of our paralegals, Ben Martin, are off to Japan to watch the Rugby World Cup. But can the Wallabies win the cup without Israel Folau? The case of Israel Folau … [Read more...]
Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination in the Workplace – What do you do?
Employment is one of the most important relationships that we enter into in our lifetime. It is more than just money for work – most people obtain satisfaction and a lot of joy in the workplace. But … [Read more...]
It’s May Day, International Worker’s Day. Let’s celebrate.
It’s May Day, International Worker’s Day. Let’s celebrate!! Martin Bullock Lawyers does not approach this day from a political viewpoint, but from a social viewpoint. Trade unions are a good … [Read more...]
Unpaid Work: Work Experience or Robbery?
One of the hallmarks of the current employment market is unpaid work. Some people argue that unpaid work is simply a great way for young workers to get experience, and to get their foot in the … [Read more...]
Business – Law Changes You Need to Know About
2018 was a big year for legislative changes that could affect your business. As the legal environment surrounding business is constantly evolving, it is important that you keep up to date with the … [Read more...]