How to Use ‘Non-Compete’ Clauses
Considering a non-compete clause for your business? It can be a smart move to protect against former employees competing with your company. Yet, it is essential to understand that not all non-compete...
Pay Secrecy Laws: Fair Work’s newest ruling
The Fair Work Commission issued a ruling addressing how new enterprise agreements will be affected by pay secrecy provisions. This ruling demonstrates the wider practical reach of the new provisions b...
Employment records: What employers need to know
Maintaining accurate employment records helps you protect and manage your business. It helps you keep track of employee details, identify problems and keep your business running efficiently. Employers...
Paid domestic violence leave: What employers need to know
Family violence is a serious issue affecting many individuals in society. It can take a toll on a person’s physical and mental health and make it difficult for them to perform their job effectively. T...
Company Law: What is an ESOP?
In a COVID-normal era, employees are seeking greater flexibility and benefits from their workplace. Implementing an Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) can be an effective way to keep employees engaged...
Employment law: What is the difference between employees and contractors?
Managing workers can be difficult. Employers must ensure that employees are paid their proper entitlements under the law. But what happens when a contractor claims employee entitlements? This article...
Workplace rights: Can I require my staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19?
As Australia continues to fight COVID-19, businesses are seeking clarity on mandatory coronavirus vaccinations. This article explains the legal framework surrounding COVID-19 vaccinations in the workp...
What are the new Victorian wage theft laws?
Employees are a crucial part of the structure and function of most businesses. Accordingly, businesses should ensure they are aware of any changes in employment law so that they can meet their legal o...
COVID-19 Vaccinations and the Workplace: How do I comply with privacy law?
Many businesses are still facing the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. As the vaccine continues to rollout, businesses should ensure that they are complying with privacy law in regard...
What are the changes to casual employment law?
Casual employment plays a significant role in any business, as it provides flexible options for workplaces and employees. New amendments to the Fair Work Act 2009 which came into effect on 27 March 20...
FREE EMPLOYMENT LAW DOWNLOADABLE: Manufacturing and Associated Industries Award Checklist
Modern awards detailing employer obligations often involve many technical considerations which can be easily missed. We often receive questions regarding employer obligations under the Manufacturing a...
Employment law tips: Underpayments
Underpayments, or the more commonly used phrasing of “wage theft”, is something that is continuing to catch media attention. High profile cases of underpayments have come from retail giants such as Wo...