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Hicksons is pleased to announce its latest promotions marking another step in our commitment to fostering legal talent and leadership.

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Dynamic Business: Building Defects: What They...

“It is important to remember that preventing defects not only protects professionals from legal issues but also contributes to their reputation, customer satisfaction, and the overall integrity of the construction industry.”   In a recent Dynamic Business article, Partner, Chloe Ellis sheds light on the legal implications of building defects and the challenges it presents for construction professionals. She also provides tips to navigating these issues effectively

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Hicksons 2023/24 Holiday Closure Period

Hicksons will be closed for a two-week duration over the Christmas and New Year period.

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Hicksons continues to grow with latest round of promotions

Hicksons continues to grow with latest round of promotions

Hicksons is pleased to announce its latest promotions marking another step in our commitment to fostering legal talent and leadership.
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Dynamic Business: Building Defects: What They Mean for Your Reputation and License?

Dynamic Business: Building Defects: What They Mean for Your Reputation and License?

“It is important to remember that preventing defects not only protects professionals from legal issues but also contributes to their reputation, customer satisfaction, and the overall integrity of the construction industry.”   In a recent Dynamic Business article, Partner, Chloe Ellis sheds light on the legal implications of building defects and the challenges it presents for construction professionals. She also provides tips to navigating these issues effectively
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Hicksons 2023/24 Holiday Closure Period

Hicksons 2023/24 Holiday Closure Period

Hicksons will be closed for a two-week duration over the Christmas and New Year period.
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‘Fixing the Deeming Provision Dilemma’: how Haddad v The Geo Group shapes disease claims

‘Fixing the Deeming Provision Dilemma’: how Haddad v The Geo Group shapes disease claims

This article summarises the implications of Haddad v The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd [2024] NSWCA 135 ('Haddad') where it was held that a claim for compensation where incapacity is not a pre-condition, such as for medical expenses or for lump sum compensation, does not automatically default to a deemed date of injury being the date the claim was made as was established in Stone v Stannard Brothers Launch Services Pty Ltd [2004] NSWCA 277 ('Stone v Stannard').  
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From Mistletoe to Misconduct: Key Lessons from Ramlan Abdul Samad v Phosphate Resources Ltd T/A Christmas Island Phosphates for the Festive Season

From Mistletoe to Misconduct: Key Lessons from Ramlan Abdul Samad v Phosphate Resources Ltd T/A Christmas Island Phosphates for the Festive Season

The holiday season, a time for festive cheer and workplace celebrations, often presents unique challenges for employers. As workplaces begin their end-of-year celebrations, the case of Samad v Phosphate Resources Ltd T/A Christmas Island Phosphates [2024] FWC 2868 (Samad v Phosphate Resources Ltd) offers some timely lessons for employers regarding the critical importance of proactive education on workplace policies and clear communication about unacceptable workplace conduct.
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Practice Note SC Gen 23 – Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence

Practice Note SC Gen 23 – Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence

On 21 November 2024, the Supreme Court released Practice Note SC Gen 23 – Generative AI Practice Note and Judicial Guidelines. The Practice Note will commence on 3 February 2025. It seeks to set out how lawyers in litigation should use and engage with Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) with respect to both closed-source and open-source Large Language Models.
Oliver Gilmour recognised as a finalist for the Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards for 2025

Oliver Gilmour recognised as a finalist for the Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards for 2025

Committed to investing in the growth of our people, Hicksons Lawyers is proud to share that Associate Oliver Gilmourhas been recognised as a finalist for the Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards for 2025 in the Employment and Workplace Relations, Health and Safety category.
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The Aged Care Act: A New Age for Older Australians

The Aged Care Act: A New Age for Older Australians

The Aged Care Bill 2024 (Cth) passed Parliament on 25 November 2024 with bipartisan support. The Act, to come into force on 1 July 2025, forms the centrepiece of the government’s response to the 148 recommendations contained in the Royal Commission into Aged Care Safety and Quality’s Final Report.  
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Capital Brief: Disconnect Discord

Capital Brief: Disconnect Discord

The Right to Disconnect law came into effect in August inevitably brought questions to the legal industry, particularly the implications on law firms.
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A Failure to Consult: The Fair Work Commission confirms even “logical” policy changes and administrative updates require proper employee consultation

A Failure to Consult: The Fair Work Commission confirms even “logical” policy changes and administrative updates require proper employee consultation

Making logical changes to workplace processes should be simple and straight forward. However, a recent decision of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) confirms that employers still need to make sure they follow the additional step of proper employee consultation, or risk a poor outcome in the Commission. This means managers need to ensure employees' feedback has not only been sought, but also be able to demonstrate how employee feedback has influenced the process and been accounted for in the final outcome(s).  
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Hicksons recognised in Doyle’s Guide 2024

Hicksons recognised in Doyle’s Guide 2024

We are delighted to be recognised as a leading law firm in the 2024 Doyle’s Guide across the following categories:
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Special Counsel Kezia David Named Among Australia’s Elite Women Lawyers for 2024

Special Counsel Kezia David Named Among Australia’s Elite Women Lawyers for 2024

Special Counsel Kezia David recognised among Australasian Lawyer’s Elite Women 2024 for excellence in insurance law.
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Dynamic Business: Tips for Setting Up a Business in Australia

Dynamic Business: Tips for Setting Up a Business in Australia

In a recent Dynamic Business article, Hicksons’ Partner, Adam Henderson provides tips on setting up a new business.
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Industrial Manslaughter – A New Offence for Serious Workplace Safety Failures

Industrial Manslaughter – A New Offence for Serious Workplace Safety Failures

A new offence and serious penalties are now in action across NSW for PCBUs (employers, businesses and the like) and officers (including directors and some senior executives) whose actions or inactions lead to the death of a worker. Although there are no specific new WHS obligations to be aware of, there are new consequences. It is now more important than ever for organisations and senior executives to educate themselves on their obligations under WHS legislation.   
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Lawyers Weekly: Will The Right To Disconnect Affect Lawyers’ Career Progression?

Lawyers Weekly: Will The Right To Disconnect Affect Lawyers’ Career Progression?

“Understanding what is considered ‘reasonable’ and ‘unreasonable’ for out-of-hours contact in the workplace is a theoretical issue at this point in time.”

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