As the Fair Work Commission continues to dripfeed information about its new 'unfair contracts' jurisdiction, a lawyer sets out what to expect under its new expanded powers.
The Fair Work Commission has ruled that hundreds of labour hire employees, on-hired to Woolworths, are not entitled to the backpay that their directly-employed colleagues received after voting up a new enterprise agreement with a 'same pay' clause.
A labour hire company that wasn't informed a host had ended its employee's assignment has successfully argued it doesn't have to face her general protections claim.
The laws around engaging casual and contract workers have changed drastically this year. Watch this HR Daily Premium webcast to understand how this affects your organisation.
From next month, independent contractors will have access to a new jurisdiction for disputing contract terms, and the Fair Work Commission has revealed the first details of how that will operate.
A "significant variation" in an employee's regular work pattern shortly before she reached her one-year work anniversary meant she wasn't entitled to convert from casual to permanent, the Federal Circuit Court has found.
The Fair Work Commission has issued its first 'same job, same pay' order, which will potentially result in pay rises of up to $20k for covered workers.
When an employer receives a complaint or becomes aware of a conduct issue, it's not always appropriate to go down a traditional disciplinary path. This HR Daily Premium Q&A will discuss alternative options and how to determine which is best in various circumstances.
Recent constructive dismissal claims highlight the risks involved in accepting a resignation from an employee who is experiencing mental health issues. Watch this Q&A to understand the rulings' implications for all employers.
