May 18, 2022 | Employment Law
Some businesses choose to pay their employees cash in hand wages rather than transferring them to a nominated bank account. Whilst this method is generally believed to be illegal, that is not necessarily the case. Employers must meet their obligations to their employees and the government, whether they make payment in cash or otherwise. This... Read More
May 11, 2022 | Employment Law
An employer’s potential liability for workplace discrimination arises before the first interview and exists whether or not a decision is made to hire a person. A job interview is integral to the recruitment process and provides an opportunity for the employer to ask questions, check credentials and determine a prospective employee’s suitability for a position.... Read More
May 7, 2022 | Employment Law
Redundancy commonly occurs when a business is sold or restructured, and a role that has been carried out by a particular employee (or numerous employees) is no longer necessary. When this occurs, there are certain processes by which an employer must abide to legally declare someone redundant. Notice and Severance distinguished Notice and severance payments... Read More
May 4, 2022 | Employment Law
Disclaimer: Since the publishing of this article, the Fair Work Amendment (Supporting Australia’s Jobs and Economic Recovery) Act 2021 has come into force. Please use caution if you are citing legislative material from this article as laws are subject to change. We recommend that you seek the most up-to-date law. The Federal Government is set... Read More
May 2, 2022 | Employment Law
Ongoing structural shifts within the workforce have exacerbated the importance of a clear distinction between employees and independent contractors. Flexible working-from-home arrangements and the rise of the gig economy have attracted the global workforce to a non-traditional means of employment. Greater autonomy and a more sustainable work-life balance are factors which are likely to catalyse... Read More
Apr 10, 2022 | Employment Law
Disclaimer: The directives in this article relating to the COVID-19 pandemic may no longer be in force. Please use caution if you are citing legislative material from this article as laws are subject to change. We recommend that you seek the most up-to-date law. The Fair Work Commission has reaffirmed the importance of employers complying... Read More
