Hamilton Locke advises Volkswagen on strategic investment in Patriot Battery Metals
In a landmark deal energising the electric vehicle sector, we had the pleasure of advising Volkswagen on their strategic C$69 million investment into Patriot Battery Metals at a substantial premium, solidifying a long-term supply commitment. Partnering with Patriot Battery Metals and their Shaakichiuwaanaan Project – a critical lithium resource – Volkswagen share a vision for […]
Is your disciplinary process causing harm? High Court weighs in on employment-related psychiatric injury claims
The High Court of Australia has recently awarded $1.44 million in damages for psychiatric injury suffered by a technology consultant whose former employer failed to maintain procedural fairness during a disciplinary process. Here’s what businesses can learn from the judgement. Key takeaways An unfair process of termination for alleged misconduct could affect a person’s […]
