ArticleMichael Byrnes is quoted in the article, "Could the end of probationary periods be near?", published in HR Leader on 8 October 2024 Read the full article.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMichael Byrnes is quoted in the article - Exercise caution in going against your employer's Voice position - published in Lawyers Weekly on 23 May 2023:An employee with a contrary view should probably express it in a way that doesn't link to their employer.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMichael Byrnes is quoted in the article: Should employers pay for lawyers utilities bills? - published in Lawyers Weekly, 23 November 2021If an employee is working from home as a matter of direction or necessity, the employer should meet any additional costs.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMichael Byrnes is quoted in the article, "Woolworths chief Brad Banducci ‘vicariously liable' for alleged sexual harassment, employee Marc Estonina claims", published in The Australian on 11 July 2024An employee claims that he should be held responsible for alleged sexual harassment and discrimination.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMichael Byrnes is quoted in the HRM online article - How effective are the FWO mandatory vaccine guidelines? (23 August 2021)The FWO recently updated its guidelines to provide clearer information about mandatory vaccination for employees.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMichael Byrnes is quoted in the Lawyers Weekly article - How #auslaw can respond to national cabinet guidance on workplace vaccines (10 August 2021)The broad statement that "Australia's policy remains that vaccines should be voluntary and free" may be misleading.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleMinimum Wages to increase by 2.4% from 1 July 2016The FWC Expert Wage Panel has determined to increase the National Minimum Wage and Modern Award rates of pay by 2.4%.AustraliaEmployment and HRHolman Webb
ArticleNavigating the social media minefield at work[radio interview] Employers must address social media issues in employment contracts and develop social media policies.AustraliaEmployment and HRTruman Hoyle
ArticleOverpayments:- can you get your money back? Michael Byrnes featured in HRM onlineIn the second of a two-part guide, HRM covers the basics of the law, and how to best engage an overpaid employee.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticlePenalty rate cuts to continue undisturbedThe FWC decision to cut penalty rates will stand after a case brought by Unions was dismissed by the Full Federal Court.AustraliaEmployment and HRMadgwicks
ArticleProtected Industrial Action and the NSW Rail dispute before the FWC, Michael Byrnes appeared on Summer Breakfast with John Stanley on 2GB on 24 DecemberProtected industrial action and the NSW rail dispute before the FWC.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleReport of Review into Fair Work Act releasedThe review panel had been appointed to consider if the Act had been operating in a manner consistent with its objects.AustraliaEmployment and HRTruman Hoyle
ArticleShould non-compete clauses be banned in Australia? Michael Byrnes is quoted in an article published in LSJ Online, 23 October 2024 Should non-compete clauses be banned in Australia?AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleState regulations say you could direct employees back to the workplace - but should you?Link to article that dives into the legal & moral considerations around forcing employees to return to the physical workplace.AustraliaEmployment and HRSwaab Attorneys
ArticleTermination of Employment: A Lawful and Ethical ApproachThis is a resource compiled for employers to assist in navigating the termination of employment to minimise legal risks.AustraliaEmployment and HRWalter Baden
ArticleThe Australian Government Tables Closing Loopholes Bill: What It Means For Your BusinessOn 4 September 2023, the Federal Government introduced the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill 2023 (Cth) (Bill) in the House of Representatives.AustraliaEmployment and HRHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
ArticleThe Australian Government Tables Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill 2022: What It Means For Your BusinessThe Australian Federal Government is pushing ahead with the most extensive industrial relations reform seen since the introduction of the Fair Work Act some 13 years ago,...AustraliaEmployment and HRHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
ArticleThe Coalition's Plans To Outlaw Employer "Sweetheart Deals" With UnionsThe Coalition has announced that it plans to introduce legislation amending the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) to make "sweetheart deals" between employers and unions unlawful...AustraliaEmployment and HRJones Day
PodcastThe Gig Economy And Casual Workers In Australia (Podcast)As discussed previously in our podcast, there is an ongoing debate around the world as to whether gig workers should be classified as employees or self-employed. AustraliaEmployment and HRIus Laboris
ArticleWe will cut you some slack: Recent FWC decisions demonstrate a willingness to overlook minor errors in agreement-makingThe FWC seems willing to overlook 'minor procedural or technical' errors, when approving enterprise agreements.AustraliaEmployment and HRCorrs Chambers Westgarth