The proliferation of AI technologies, particularly generative tools, has brought with it a host of legal and ethical concerns. In Australia, there are laws to protect minors' privacy and data, but these do not automatically prevent children from using AI tools.
Recent Fair Work Act reforms are driving changes in enterprise bargaining for independent schools, with a focus on workload, staffing, and flexible work arrangements.
From 1 March 2025, Queensland employers have a duty to implement a sexual harassment prevention plan. This prevention plan must comply with several new prescriptive requirements, be regularly reviewed and be easily accessible and understood by workers. A failure to comply with the new laws could attract hefty fines, even if no harassment occurs.
The new Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth) (the Act), set to commence on 1 July 2025, introduces a modernised, rights-based framework with stricter regulatory requirements for aged care providers.
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has launched investigations across five states to ensure that aged care providers are complying with the Fair Work Act, paying workers correctly, and maintaining proper record-keeping practices.
Colin Biggers & Paisley is proud to announce that Special Counsel Lana Remedi has been named Cyber Security Professional of the Year in the Professional and Financial Services category.
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