Paid personal/carer’s leave The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) provides for personal/carer’s leave for employees other than casual employees. For each year of service with an employer as a part time or … [Read more...] about I need to care for a family member, can I take personal leave?
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What are the risks to my business if sexual harassment occurs in the workplace?
The ‘hashtag me too’ movement (#metoo) has recently swept across social media and news outlets. It could almost be said that only someone living underneath the proverbial rock would be unaware of this … [Read more...] about What are the risks to my business if sexual harassment occurs in the workplace?
Termination of employment before 6 months – what are the risks and how can I manage these?
It is common knowledge that in accordance the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) an employee terminated before completing 6 months employment (or 12 months when the employer is a small business employer) is not … [Read more...] about Termination of employment before 6 months – what are the risks and how can I manage these?
Managing employees to reduce disciplinary problems
As employment law solicitors, we are often asked by employers what can be done to reduce the chances that discipline of an employee becomes necessary? Discipline of employees is a reality of … [Read more...] about Managing employees to reduce disciplinary problems
