The general protections provisions of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) are designed to protect individuals from unfair treatment and discrimination in the workplace. Understanding these provisions and how they protect your rights can help you seek avenues for redress if...
To minimise the risk of an ‘adverse action’ claim, employers must understand the ‘general protections’ provisions of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). These provisions protect individuals from unjust treatment in the workplace like being fired for making...
Work Christmas parties provide a great opportunity to mix with fellow colleagues and bosses, reflect on the year’s activities and get to know each other on a more personal level. With each social function however, employers and employees have certain rights and...
Conduct which is misleading and deceptive can seriously undermine the trust between employers and employees. In this article, we consider the law around misleading and deceptive conduct in the workplace and shed light on how both employees and employers can respond to...
The termination of employment is sometimes viewed as a straightforward process, typically initiated by an employee’s resignation or an employer’s decision to dismiss an employee. However, the concept of ‘constructive dismissal’ introduces a layer of...
Sexual harassment remains a pervasive issue in workplaces worldwide, affecting the health and safety of individuals and hindering professional development. The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) revealed in the Respect@Work Report that as many as one in three...