It’s not uncommon for some businesses and employers to think they are not covered by the modern award system, particularly if they have engaged employees pursuant to a contract of employment or a letter of offer setting out an employee’s basic terms, conditions and rate of pay. For some businesses that may be right if...
*The changes take effect on the first pay cycle after 1 March 2020. For many employers this will be on or about 12 March 2020. *The regime may be expanded over time, but at this stage, employers just need to review their arrangements regarding full-time staff who fall under one of the 22 Awards effected...
With many businesses experiencing a sudden downturn as a result of the COVID-19 virus, an immediate concern is how to manage staffing levels without falling foul of Australia’s employment laws. The reality is that in many industries, for a number of months ahead, companies will need to reduce staffing levels to manage their wages burden....
Some major changes are taking place regarding the status of casual employees which businesses need to be on top of. Casuals get a higher hourly rate for their work, but in exchange for this, they do not have any personal (sick) leave, notice or redundancy entitlements. Their casual status renders their position vulnerable to termination,...
When running a business, one of the largest challenges you will encounter is managing staff. This is especially the case when an employee’s services are no longer necessary, or if they are underperforming. In these instances, it is crucial that you, as a business owner, take careful steps to avoid any claims of unfair dismissal...
Are you underpaying your employees and if so, what are the consequences? The Fair Work Ombudsman (“the FWO”) has wide reaching powers and can conduct workplace investigations regarding compliance with workplace laws. Following investigations regarding the underpayment of employees, the FWO can: Issue a contravention letter advising an employer of the laws broken and how...
Protecting your reputation starts with simplifying the complex. This handy checklist should quickly point you in the right direction and help you understand whether you have a case, and where to start to secure the best possible outcome.
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