Sham contracts (Employee v Contractor) and a recent High Court decision
Yesterday, the High Court of Australia handed down a decision with the effect that an "employer" cannot avoid the sham contracting provisions in the Fair Work Act simply by introducing...
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Determining whether you are suffering Total and Permanent Disability
If you are suffering from a serious and disabling injury, you may be eligible to claim on your total and permanent disability insurance policy.
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Full bench of the Fair Work Commission overturns order for re-instatement
On 8 February 2021 the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission upheld an appeal by a host employer of a labour hire employee.
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What are valid reasons for a family emergency when giving employees carer’s leave?
When dealing with an employee's family emergency, it can be difficult to know whether it is a valid reason to offer carer's leave. Our employment lawyers have compiled common examples...
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Unfair Dismissal Maximum Compensation Explained
In Australia, where compensation is payable, it is capped at the lesser of six months pay or the half the current unfair dismissal high income threshold, which as of July...
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6 Ways To Improve Employee Attendance
What can I do to improve employee attendance? Here are 6 strategies to address absenteeism in the workplace and manage common issues.Click here to read more.
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The JobKeeper Payment scheme is now Law
The JobKeeper Payment scheme is now Law. The amendments are only available to eligible employers and are temporary until 27 September 2020.
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If I pay my employees above-award rates, do I still have to pay penalties
If I pay my employees above-award rates, do I still have to pay penalties, allowances, loadings and overtime rates due to them under a modern award?
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When Should I Speak to a Lawyer?
As early as possible. What the lawyer can do is give you the knowledge you need to be able to make informed decisions.
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Dealing with Employment Issues
The two most important things an employee can have when managing employees is knowledge and the ability to know when to use it.
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