A recent Federal Court ruling limits set-off clauses to each pay period and reinforces strict record-keeping obligations, prompting employers to review award compliance and payroll practices.
Employees
Hassle Free Christmas Parties
With the silly season in full swing, it’s a great time of year to celebrate and reward the great work that employees do throughout the year, although what happens though if an employee misbehaves?
Employee or Contractor?
Two recent High Court decisions have made it clear that the terms of a written contract are essential when determining the classification of an employee.
Collecting and Storing Employee Covid-19 Vaccination Status
It is important that employers understand their responsibilities and their employee’s rights when it comes to requesting Covid-19 vaccination status information.
Employer’s Win Casual Fight
Earlier this week, the High Court handed down its decision in favour of Workpac, finding that earlier decisions in the matters of Skene v Workpac and Rossato v Workpac had been incorrectly decided.
Criminalisation of Wage Theft in Queensland
New Queensland legislation makes employers criminally liable if they intentionally steal from their employees.
Redundancies – Which Employees are Selected for Redundancy?
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How can employers select employees for redundancies without exposing themselves to unfair dismissal claims?
JobKeeper 2.0
Extensions to JobKeeper payments have been announced. What does this mean for Employers?
Workpac v Rossato – ‘Double Dipping’ for Casual Employees
What does the recent Federal Court decision regarding casual employees mean for employers? Can casual employees be considered a full-time employee?
Australian Governments JobKeeper
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Enrolment for the Australian Government JobKeeper payment is now open via the ATO and you must act NOW to be eligible for the backdating of payments.
News
Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024
Claiming an executor’s commission
Do’s and Don’ts for Separated Parents
Superannuation Death Benefits and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
50 years in Law
Five Decades, One Workplace: Mackay Woman Honoured for 50 Years in Law
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