Articles
Category: Employment Law
Constructive dismissal appeal refused by Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission
We review the outcome of a 2023 general protections matter which tested the grounds for whether a resignation was forced or not. That is, was it a constructive dismissal?
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High Court finds employer not vicariously liable for employee’s negligent urination
In the August 2023, the High Court unanimously overturned the earlier decision of the Queensland Court of Appeal that had originally found an employer was vicariously liable for the wrongful act of an intoxicated employee who had urinated on a colleague sleeping in staff accommodation.
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Public Sector Act 2022 – new employment framework for public sector employees in Queensland
On 1 March 2023, the Public Sector Act 2022 commenced, repealing and replacing the Public Service Act 2008. This new Act sets out a new legislative employment framework for the Queensland public sector.
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Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) interviews
If you’re involved directly or indirectly in a transport safety incident in Australia, you may be required by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) to be interviewed in relation to that incident. It’s important for people who are required to participant in an ATSB interview to understand their rights and obligations.
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Difference between workplace bullying and reasonable management action
This article explores the primary differences between workplace bullying by an employer and reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable way.
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Employer record keeping and pay slip obligations
All you need to know about your record keeping requirements and pay slip obligations as an employer.
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Can I be terminated due to long term sick leave?
Your rights to paid and unpaid sick leave and the consequences a long-term absence from work due to illness may have on your employment.
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What does the law say about discrimination?
A close look at Federal and Queensland-based laws that protect rights against discrimination, along with your options to pursue legal recourse if you experience discrimination.
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Sexual harassment at work – significant changes to the law
Federal sexual harassment laws cover workers nationwide and are designed to improve protection and increase empowerment of workers.
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The impact of the casual employee definition for employers and employees
On 4 August 2021 the High Court finally delivered its decision in WorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato & Ors, bringing clarity to the meaning of ‘casual employee’.
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How do you make an enterprise agreement?
Enterprise agreements are a popular tool for many employees, employers and unions, to set in place a legally binding set of employment standards, entitlements and protections. In this article, we look at the primary steps required to create an enterprise agreement.
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General protections claims involving dismissal/termination of employment
All employees have general protections under workplace laws in Australia. In this article, we look at the process for lodging a general protections claim if you have been dismissed due to adverse action.
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