ArticleEmployment arrangements during the holiday season breakStandardised shutdown provisions have recently been inserted into the majority of modern awards.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleEOFY: Employment issuesWith the start of a new financial year, there are a number of employment related issues to think about and get in order.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleFair Work Commission power to stop sexual harassmentThe FWC may make orders to stop bullying or sexual harassment in the workplace, or it could dismiss the application.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleFirst decision in a contested bullying case in the FWCThe case indicates how bullying matters are likely to run in the future, and how the FWC is likely to weigh up evidence.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleFour yearly review of modern awards - Annual leaveAmong the issues being addressed by the first four yearly review of modern awards are several aspects of annual leave.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleHR Manager fined $21,760: Courts and FWO are sending a message about professional conductIf HR managers are aware of a breach of the law, merely voicing concerns but carrying on as usual, may be insufficient.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleInvesting in real estate through your SMSFIt is no secret that more and more people are using their SMSF to invest in property.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleIt is my birthday and I will drink if I want to - was the dismissal harsh?Although the FWC found the drinking was a valid reason for termination, it also concluded that the dismissal was harsh.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleNew laws proposed for industrial manslaughter offences in NSWThe proposed new laws have been prompted by a dramatic increase in the number of employees who have died while at work.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleQantas decision to terminate an employee despite 31 years of service deemed reasonableRegardless of a strong employment record and significant tenure, serious misconduct can easily result in termination.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleSuper Guarantee amnesty for employers - Bill re-introducedFC has another attempt at offering an amnesty to employers who have not complied with superannuation guarantee legislation.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleUnlawful discrimination – some misconceptions about discrimination in employmentUnlawful discrimination can occur on the part of an employer, or on the part of other employees.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWhat do employers need to consider when terminating someone on a visa?Further requirements are imposed on standard business sponsors when terminating employees who are on a visa. AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWorkplace relations changes effective 1 July 2022Employers and employees should be aware of these recent workplace relations changes.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleCourt ordering children to be vaccinated against COVID-19The Court has shown how it can intervene when the parents of a child disagree about whether or not their child should be vaccinated.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleFive common mistakes made by executors of estatesThis "honour" comes with responsibilities, deadlines, family issues and even the risk of being personally liable.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleIs a sperm donor a legal parent?This case about sperm donation could have some parents very concerned about their rights, and the rights of their donor.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleJackpot! Is your partner entitled to your lotto win in your divorce?Although unusual, this case sets out legal principles for how lottery winnings could be treated in property settlements.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleKey changes to the Family Law RulesThe changes have been introduced to make the rules consistent with the recent changes to the child support legislation.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers