Full bench of the Fair Work Commission overturns order for re-instatement
On 8 February 2021 the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission upheld an appeal by a host employer of a labour hire employee, from a decision of a...
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Since 2010, the National Employment Standards (NES) have applied to all employees covered by the national workplace relations system. Regardless of any terms outlined in agreements, awards and employment...
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The preferred method of resolving an unfair dismissal claim, under the unfair dismissal provisions of the Fair Work Act 2009, is the reinstatement of the employee (which includes back-pay)...
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Employee Absenteeism – What can you do about it? Excessive absenteeism can be costly for business in terms of both replacement costs and lost productivity. If not managed properly,...
Read MoreThe JobKeeper Payment scheme is now Law
The JobKeeper Payment scheme is now Law, having received Royal Assent late last week. The Scheme includes amendments to the Fair Work Act which allow employers to give JobKeeper...
Read MoreIf I pay my employees above-award rates, do I still have to pay penalties
If I pay my employees above-award rates, do I still have to pay penalties, allowances, loadings and overtime rates due to them under a modern award? Many employers pay...
Read MoreWhat should I do if my employer hasn’t paid all of my wages or superannuation?
You are entitled to be paid the greater of the wage you agreed to receive for your work, or the minimum payable for such work pursuant to any relevant...
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Transcript Gavin Hanrahan: Hello, my name is Gavin Hanrahan. I’m the managing partner of Turnbull Hill Lawyers, and I’ve been a litigation lawyer for 25 years. That means for...
Read MoreDealing with Employment Issues
Transcript Gavin Hanrahan: Hi. My name is Gavin Hanrahan. I’m the Managing Partner of Turnbull Hill Lawyers. I’ve been an employer for almost 20 years and an industrial lawyer...
Read MoreThe importance of a well drafted contract of employment or letter of engagement
On 1 May the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission delivered a decision, which highlights the importance of a well drafted contract of employment or letter of engagement,...
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