Losing your job can be highly stressful. Likewise, deciding to dismiss an employee can be a difficult and confronting time for an employer. In Australia, the law protects employees from unfair treatment and provides an avenue for redress if an employee has been...
Flexible work arrangements in Australia are more common than ever. From freelancers to consultants, businesses are embracing the flexibility of engaging external talent. However, this flexibility brings with it a critical consideration: determining whether your new...
As an employer, you should be aware that you may owe your employees obligations in relation to any personal information they have disclosed to you. Information about an employee collected by an employer is considered personal information under the Privacy Act 1988...
Australian workplaces must balance employee well-being with organisational needs when determining ‘reasonable’ additional hours, which should be assessed on a case-by-case basis. An employer who takes adverse action against an employee for refusing to work...
Workplace bullying isn’t just ‘office drama’, its consequences ripple far beyond the immediate targets. Bullying is a serious issue that can devastate individuals, erode team morale, and damage an organisation’s reputation. What is bullying exactly, and...
