Cascading restraint-of-trade clauses have traditionally been difficult to enforce, but a recent judgment clarifies the circumstances in which employers can rely on them to protect their interests, says Lander & Rogers lawyers Mark Sullivan and Aaron Goonrey.
A Westpac manager who crossed the line between assisting an employee with personal and performance issues entered "dangerous territory", a South Australian Court has found.
With expectant parents already able to file claims with the Family Assistance Office, employers need to know how to answer employees' questions about the imminent paid parental scheme, say Lander and Rogers employment lawyers.
A Queensland employee who was sexually assaulted by a customer has been awarded almost $500,000 in damages after a court found her employer failed to address risks associated with working alone.
Intellectual property (IP) theft and fraud are rampant in the workplace, and can cost businesses millions of dollars in lost customers and eroded confidence, KordaMentha partner (forensic) Nigel Carson told a Kemp Strang briefing in Sydney last week.
Employers who are wary of unfair dismissal claims should consider paying off poor performers - provided the pay-off remains confidential, says Freehills lawyer Natalie Spark.
Interview questions about a candidate's fitness for work must be clearly linked to the relevant statement of duties, says Blake Dawson employment lawyer Stephen Woodbury.
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.
