Independent contractor
An independent contracting relationship can be beneficial for both parties; the principal and the contractor. […]
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Domestic Violence and Employment Law
Family and domestic violence impacts many Australians at home and in the workplace. This article discusses the recent changes to the National Employment Standards, […]
Workplace age discrimination ‘endemic’ in Australia
Employment lawyers are reporting an increase in the number of older Australians suffering from age-related discrimination in the workplace. […]
Resolution123 secures win for employee in Fair Work Commission!
Resolution123 recently secured a huge win for one of our clients Andrew O’Farrell. Commissioner Riordan in his decision Andrew O’Farrell v Guest Tek Australia Pty Ltd wrote that “if a bird looks like a duck, […]
Ignorance is no defence: Accessorial Liability under the Fair Work Act
Accessorial Liability
The Fair Work Act 2009 (FWA) includes a number of civil penalty provisions. […]
Mental health and psychological injury in the workplace
The Black Dog Institute estimates that one in five (20%) of Australians aged 16-85 experience a mental illness in any year. […]
Not old news: Age Discrimination in the workplace
Age discrimination in the workplace
Australia’s population is ageing. More people are staying in the workforce for longer. […]
Casual workers: fact or fiction
The characterisation of an employee as permanent or casual can have significant impact on the rights of the employee and their entitlements when leaving their job. […]
The Whole Truth: are you an employee or independent contractor?
The rise of the gig economy has led to more and more people working flexible jobs in the services or hospitality industry. […]
What to do when you’re called into a disciplinary meeting
So you’ve been called into a disciplinary meeting with your boss. You’re not exactly sure what the meeting is about and you don’t know what you can/can’t do or say. […]
Requesting Flexibility
The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) contains the National Employment Standards, called the NES. The NES are 10 minimum standards that apply to all national system employees. […]
Knowing Your Rights On Parental Leave
The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) contains the National Employment Standards, called the NES. The NES are 10 minimum standards that apply to all national system employees. […]