Modern awards should be clearer and easier to apply, to help employers avoid inadvertent underpayments, and the Australian Government should clarify the availability of a due diligence defence in criminal matters, a wage theft inquiry has recommended.
Employers' imminent obligation to align employees' super and wage payments could significantly add to HR's compliance and communication workload, a specialist says.
Gen-AI tools are able to "turbocharge" workplace relations issues, making it imperative for employers to maintain consistent and compliant policies and practices, according to a lawyer.
A major review has largely rejected arguments that the Closing Loopholes reforms have had "unintended consequences" for employers, however it recommends that clearer guidance should be developed as a priority, to reduce uncertainty and complexity.
In the wake of substantial reforms to workplace legislation and regulation, employers now face heightened focus on compliance. Watch this webcast to ensure you're across the most critical areas requiring HR's attention, and which practical steps to take next.
There are two major findings with implications for most employers in the Federal Court's latest decision regarding Woolworths' and Coles' alleged underpayments, a workplace lawyer says.
Employee class actions are expensive and time-consuming, but employers can take some steps to minimise these costs, according to a lawyer who sets out what to expect when an action is imminent or underway.
The growing number and diversity of employment-related class actions suggest they won't drop off "any time soon", and positive duty non-compliance is a key risk area to watch, a lawyer warns.
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.
