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Proposed amendments to Victoria's OHS …

WebIn an effort to better address workplace psychological hazards and injuries in Victoria, proposed amendments to Victoria’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 …

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Marie Panuccio :: Sparke Helmore

WebMarie commenced her career as a solicitor at the NSW Crown Solicitor’s Office, acting for the State of NSW with respect to intentional tort and negligence claims against the NSW …

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Psychosocial risks to be covered by WHS Regulations

WebThe amendments to the Regulations dealing with psychosocial risks will impose a positive obligation on PBCUs to manage and guard against the risk of psychosocial hazards in …

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The power to make lawful and reasonable directions in a …

WebAs Australia moves towards its COVID-19 vaccine roll out, a key area of concern for employers is whether they can give employees directions related to the impact of the …

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Recent development in psychosocial risk regulation

WebRecent development in psychosocial risk regulation. Over the last three years, there has been a spotlight on ‘psychosocial risks’. As a result, we have seen a gradual but positive …

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Safety :: Sparke Helmore

WebSafety litigation is a large part of what we do, too. From managing claims and advising on litigation strategies, to conducting executive liability briefings. We also assist with …

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Queensland's new Code of Practice into psychosocial …

WebThe Queensland Government has introduced a new Code of Practice ( Code) under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, labelled Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at …

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Sam Jackson :: Sparke Helmore

WebSam loves sport in all forms. His biggest passions are the Richmond Tigers, Philadelphia 76ers and Liverpool FC. He enjoys travelling as often as he can and has a particular soft …

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Reforms to Victoria’s WorkCover Scheme will impact

WebMental health claims for burnout and stress will be ineligible for weekly compensation but continue to attract provisional payments for 13 weeks for medical treatment with …

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Rossana Parmegiani :: Sparke Helmore

WebAbout Rossana. Rossana regularly advises and represents the public and private sector on work health and safety (WHS) issues, compliance and WorkCover prosecutions. Having …

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Julie Kneebone :: Sparke Helmore

WebLife outside of Sparkes. Julie enjoys exploring local food and wine in Sydney's markets, cafes and restaurants, and spending as much time as she can with family and friends. …

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Labour hire changes to OHS Act to commence 22 March 2022

WebImportant occupational health and safety changes impacting the Victorian labour hire industry commence tomorrow, 22 March 2022. [1] Under the changes, the Occupational …

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The wait is over: a glance at Western Australia's WHS Act

WebWestern Australia’s Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA) (WHS Act) is now in operation.After much anticipation and a delay in commencement (while awaiting …

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Sparke Helmore's MAD (Motor Accidents Division) Weekly

WebWelcome to the 77th edition of Sparke Helmore’s MAD Weekly. The Personal Injury Commission (Commission) commenced on 1 March 2021 and, with it, the publication of …

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Queensland director imprisoned for reckless conduct in WHS

WebHe leads Sparke Helmore’s Workplace practice in Brisbane. Late last week, a Queensland company director, Gary Lavin, was convicted and sentenced to one year imprisonment …

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Andrew Johnston :: Sparke Helmore

WebAndrew is an experienced banking and finance lawyer who has been recognised by Legal 500.. Having worked in banking and finance in Sydney, London and the Middle East, …

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PIPA: the Gatekeeper to medical negligence claims in Queensland

WebThe Gatekeeper. For any personal injury claim based on a medical incident, section 9A (9) (d) of the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002 (Qld) (PIPA) states that the claimant’s …

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Luke Holland :: Sparke Helmore

WebBefore joining Sparke Helmore in 2006, Luke worked in the UK as an in-house lawyer and as a legal officer for the British Crown. He advised the two largest employers in the UK: …

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Update: Fair Work legislation amendments

WebThe Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 received Royal Assent and became law on 6 December 2022.. This is an update of the article first …

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