Like most HR challenges, it’s best to understand your responsibilities and options before you’re faced with a real situation - being...

Adverse action claims might sound like a legal buzzword, but for Australian businesses, understanding them is crucial. These claims can...

Bullying, discrimination and harassment are not only issues in large corporations—they can occur in any setting. If not dealt with, they...

Are you confident that you have correctly identified and categorised workers in your organisation? Employees, independent contractors,...

Having a clear grasp of the concept of "reasonable management action" is crucial as it plays a significant role in employee performance...

Procedural fairness is essential for employers in managing misconduct and underperformance, safeguarding against legal disputes.

Have you heard about your obligations of positive duty, but are unsure of what it means? If so, this article is for you. I'll explain...

Keeping records might not be the most exciting part of running a business, but it's a non-negotiable. Good HR record keeping can save you...

New rules apply for employee authorised deductions. As an employer, be clear on what you can and cannot do. Employee Deductions that are...

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently reviewed a case involving an employee who alleged she was compelled to resign from her position...

Did you know that recent changes in legislation could significantly impact how you manage your business? The Closing Loopholes Bill aims...

Starting July 1st, 2024, several important updates have been made to the Fair Work Act, that affect both employers and employees. Here’s...

In today's dynamic job market, redundancies have become increasingly prevalent. A redundancy, also known as being laid off or made...

Employment laws keep evolving, and it's more and more difficult to stay on top of the changes when you're busy running your business....

The Fair Work Commission has recently updated the Real Estate Industry Award to clarify payment entitlements for Excess Travelling....

In a recent case reviewed by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), an example emerged regarding the dismissal of an employee by their former...

Fair Work reminds us: keeping evidence is key in unfair dismissal cases. Case Overview Unfair Dismissal Claim Allegation Piacentini &...

If you employ casual workers, it’s important to understand the rules and responsibilities that come with it. Casual employment offers...

What is an Employee Probation Period? A probation period is a defined length of time during which the employer and the employee can...

Starting July 1, 2023, the Fair Work Act made a significant change to employee's entitlements, aligning with updates to the Paid Parental...