Sham contracts (Employee v Contractor) and a recent High Court decision
Yesterday, the High Court of Australia handed down a decision with the effect that an "employer" cannot avoid the sham contracting provisions in the Fair Work Act simply by introducing...
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If you are restructuring your business and making a position redundant
Employers, avoid the hidden risks of restructuring and redundancy. Learn how to make your process is legally sound and not viewed as unfair dismissal.
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Building industry contract basics
Understand the fundamentals of building contracts in NSW with advice on form, function and dispute resolution from our legal experts.
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What are valid reasons for a family emergency when giving employees carer’s leave?
What is a valid family emergency for carer's leave? Get essential definitions and legal examples compiled by our employment lawyers.
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Commercial Leases in NSW: Common Questions & Answers
Get answers to common questions about commercial leases in NSW. Understand your rights and obligations before signing a commercial lease agreement.
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What is a Heads of Agreement and are they legally binding?
Understand a Heads of Agreement: its purpose, whether its key terms are binding, and how to avoid the risk of accidentally creating a contract.
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Should I put an employee on Gardening Leave following resignation?
What is gardening leave? Find out what it means for employers and employees, how it works, and if your employment contract permits it. Read the full guide.
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Dismissing Employees on Medical Grounds: What to consider
Dismissing on medical grounds? Learn how to avoid costly unfair dismissal claims. Medical reports and Fair Work Commission rules.
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4 of the most common issues in business contracts
Every business will have to make new contracts at some stage, and the consequences of getting them wrong can be huge. What issues should you look out for?
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The trouble with being an SME that deals with big business
Extensive research has indicated that SMEs are often hamstrung by late payments from big businesses - but what can they do about it?
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