by John Morrissey | Jan 21, 2019 | Employment Contracts
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 John Morrissey | Nov 28, 2018 | Employment Law
What is unfair dismissal? Unfair dismissal is where an employee is terminated from employment in an unreasonable and unjust manner. How can an employer avoid unfair dismissal claims? There are many ways to protect yourself and avoid an unfair dismissal claim. Ensure...
by John Morrissey | May 10, 2018 | Employment Contracts
For every job role there is a minimum rate of pay or salary which you are entitled to. Any figure under that minimum entitlement means you’re underpaid at work… you are entitled to that difference. How do I check my minimum entitlements? You can check your...
by John Morrissey | May 8, 2018 | Termination
An employer does not have a legal right to dismiss an employee because they have exercised a workplace right to take leave. Our law states that disciplinary procedures need to be fair and reasonable therefore, terminating an employee on leave or who is temporarily...
by John Morrissey | May 6, 2018 | Employment Law
Did you know that even after an employment ends, an employee is still legally bound against disclosing confidential information that has been obtained in the course of their employment? Our employment Lawyers here at JFMLAW, recommend that each employment contract has...
