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Welcome to Smarter Lawcast, the official podcast of Hall & Wilcox, a leading independent Australian law firm. We pride ourselves on our Smarter Law approach, where we work with our clients to creatively solve their legal and business challenges. Tune in to be educated and entertained by our experts’ take on topical legal issues. LinkedIn:@Hall & WilcoxFacebook:@HallandWilcoxInstagram:@hallwilcoxhttps://hallandwilcox.com.au/
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- 1 weeks ago21 min
Self-insurers in Australia - No room for error: WA’s workers’ compensation reforms in practice
WA’s workers' compensation scheme has been rewritten from the ground up – and for self-insurers, the new framework leaves little room for missed deadlines or technical mistakes. From tighter liability decision timeframes to stricter settlement and notice requirements, getting the process right matters.Hall & Wilcox Partner Ilona Strong is joined by Special Counsel Megan Cramp to explore how the reforms are playing out in practice, including changes to psychological injury claims, tax treatment of settlements and why strong systems and early evidence gathering are more important than ever.
- 1 weeks ago23 min
Lost in pronunciation: identity, culture and belonging at work
What does it mean when someone feels they need to change their name to fit in? The stories behind our names can reveal powerful insights about identity, culture and the experiences that shape us.Hall & Wilcox Partner Seun Idowu is joined by Diana Yaqco and Jade Tillekeratne to explore the personal and professional significance of names, why some people choose to adapt or change them, and how curiosity and respect can help createworkplaces where people feel they belong.
- 2 weeks ago19 min
Self-insurers in Australia - The early bird gets the return to work: workers’ compensation changes in QLD and SA
Workers’ compensation reforms are changing the expectations on self-insurers in Queensland and South Australia, but with little judicial guidance so far, navigating the new landscape isn’t straight forward.Hall & Wilcox Partner Ilona Strong is joined by Partner Angela Brookes and Special Counsel Ben Clarke to explore what the reforms mean in practice and why early intervention, clear communication and good documentation can make all the difference.
- 3 weeks ago31 min
Self-insurers in Australia - The jury’s still out: navigating Victoria’s workers’ compensation reforms
More than two years after Victoria workers’ compensation reforms took effect, some of the biggest questions remain unanswered. With little judicial guidance on key tests for mental injury and ongoing weekly payments, self-insurers are still navigating plenty of grey.Hall & Wilcox Partners Ilona Strong and Andrew Stamp unpack the areas still causing headaches in practice, from determining what constitutes a mental injury and its predominant cause to approaching 130-week reviews, and why sometimes self-insurers need to look beyond the medical report and make their own judgment call.
- 3 weeks ago24 min
Cultural Inclusion Conversations - Who’s missing from the table? Representation and inclusion in law
Getting someone’s name right is about more than respect – it’s a reflection of the culture we create and the value we place on belonging. While small moments matter, lasting inclusion also depends on representation, curiosity andleadership. Hall & Wilcox Partner Seun Idowu is joined by StephenAkinsanya, a London-based criminal barrister, to explore why names matter in the legal profession, the importance of representation at senior levels, and how individuals can help build more inclusive workplaces.
- 4 weeks ago28 min
Self-insurers in Australia - Navigating NSW psychological injury reforms
A major shake-up to psychological injury claims is now in effect in New South Wales. From new eligibility thresholds to a different approach for trauma and conduct claims, the reforms have significant implications for employers.Hall & Wilcox Partner Ilona Strong and Special Counsel Belinda Walsh explain what has changed and where organisations should focus first.
- Aug 17, 202617 min
Cultural Inclusion Conversations - Call the witness…by the right name: why names matter in law
Getting someone’s name right is one of simplest ways to build trust, but it’s something the legal profession doesn’t always get right. The way we recognise, and respect people’s identities can shape their experience of the legal system, strengthen client relationships and foster a more inclusive profession.Hall & Wilcox Partner Seun Idowu is joined by Teagan Naidu, criminal solicitor at Marrickville Legal Centre, to explore why names matter in legal practice and what individuals can do to create more inclusive experiences for clients and colleagues.
- Aug 4, 202633 min
AI and legal professional privilege in Australia and the US (Part 2)
Lauren Separovich and Ian Clarke-Fisher continue their discussion on how artificial intelligence is impacting legal professional privilege, exploring how AI is changing litigation practice in the United States and what this means for Australia. They examine judicial guidance, the implications of AI-assisted legal work and the practical considerations for lawyers using AI in litigation.
About Smarter Lawcast with Hall & Wilcox
Welcome to Smarter Lawcast, the official podcast of Hall & Wilcox, a leading independent Australian law firm. We pride ourselves on our Smarter Law approach, where we work with our clients to creatively solve their legal and business challenges. Tune in to be educated and entertained by our experts’ take on topical legal issues. LinkedIn:@Hall & WilcoxFacebook:@HallandWilcoxInstagram:@hallwilcoxhttps://hallandwilcox.com.au/
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