by JFM Team | Feb 11, 2019
New laws tested by the Fair Work Ombudsman mean that good record keeping can help considerably in determining the outcome of underpayment claims. The Protecting Vulnerable Workers’ Act, introduced in 2017, amended the Fair Work Act to increase protections for...
by JFM Team | Jan 21, 2019
The restraint of trade clause came about because many employers are worried that their employees will leave their business to work for a competitor, or start up a rival business and take their employees, clients and suppliers with them. A restraint clause is only...
by JFM Team | Jan 15, 2019
Disputes and misconduct in a workplace can be very distressing and present particular challenges. Do you feel you have received an unfair written warning at work? Do you know what your rights are? It is important that you are aware of the complaint and that you are...
by JFM Team | Jan 9, 2019
Has your working environment become unbearable, the end of your career seems imminent or you simply want to quit your job without notice? Before making any hasty decisions, it is important that you know how to resign. You should review your employment contract to...
by JFM Team | Dec 14, 2018
Attending a compulsory meeting at work can be both intimidating and challenging. As an employee, you have the right to have a support person or a representative at the meeting with you. Your employer is not obliged to offer you a support person. However, pursuant to s...
