Do I have to disclose an illness or disability to my employer?
If you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic illness, it’s important to understand your employment rights, including whether you need to tell your employer.
Reasonable action defence in NSW worker’s compensation claims for psychological injury
Reasonable action by the employer related to, for example, transfer, demotion, performance, etc is one defence the insurer has in NSW worker's compensation claims.
Employee rights to convert from casual to permanent employment
This article explores when an employer is required to make an offer of casual conversion and when an employee has a right to request conversion from casual employment to permanent employment.
Announcing your new role on social media may breach your employment contract
In this article, we take a brief look at restraint of trade clauses and a detailed look at non-solicitation clauses in your employment contract.
Temporary concessions to permanent residence pathway for certain employer sponsored visa holders
The Department of Home Affairs introduced changes to the transitional pathway to permanent residence for some employer sponsored visa holders, from 1 July 2022.
Changes to employee flexible work arrangements from June 2023
In late October 2022, the Federal Government introduced draft legislation that would strengthen a worker’s right to flexible work arrangements. On 6 June 2023, the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2023 (Cth) came into effect.
Respect@Work Bill to strengthen sexual harassment prevention requirements in the workplace
The Australian Human Rights Commission "Respect@Work Report" made 55 recommendations focusing on preventing and addressing sexual harassment in the workplace.
Can I be terminated while on worker’s compensation in NSW?
It's illegal to terminate an employee within the first six months of a workplace injury purely because that employee is unfit to resume work at that time. After the first six months, an employer can terminate an injured employee but only after they have met all their obligations to their employee.
Estate planning for blended families
Estate planning for blended families often comes with challenges. Learn what to look out for and how to protect your interests.
Injured worker receives nearly $1,000,000 in common law damages
In a deserved win for an injured worker, we have secured $967,383.39 in common law damages for the worker who fell through a roof of a shed, sustaining significant injuries.
Payment in lieu of notice period must be delivered before termination
A 2022 Federal Court decision confirms the act of employers making payment in lieu of notice to workers AFTER termination, is unlawful.
Insurance options inside superannuation
Most superannuation funds provide very cost-effective insurance options for workers, including TPD, income protection and death benefits. Learn more about these types of insurance available through your super.