Do you really want to keep things ‘casual’?

by JFM Team | Apr 23, 2020

As social restrictions move down a notch or two, many employers planning for the reopening of their businesses are asking the question: “How can we reduce costs?” Many businesses that have not been actively trading for the last few months have bills piling up, so...

What is a ‘competitor’ in employment contracts?

by JFMLAW | Apr 26, 2018

Many executive employment contracts include ‘non-compete’ clauses. These can take the form of a non-solicitation clause, which prevents you from approaching your current employer’s clients. It can also take the form of a restraint of trade clause,...

Representing Yourself in the Fair Work Commission

by JFMLAW | Nov 22, 2017

Lawyers cannot help parties to prepare evidence and oral submissions in hearings without permission from the Fair Work Commission. Do you know how to successfully represent yourself in the Fair Work Commission? Help From Lawyers in the Fair Work Commission In...

Tough Penalties For Underpayment Contraventions and Poor Record Keeping

by JFMLAW | Nov 15, 2017

Employers and human resources managers who comply with their record keeping and payment obligations can significantly reduce the risk of suffering crippling fines due to underpayment contraventions. In Fair Work Ombudsman v NSH North Pty Ltd [2017] FCA 1301, a...

Federal Court Crack Down on Sham Contractors

by JFMLAW | Nov 8, 2017

The Federal Court confirms that workers will not be seen as contractors unless they “work as entrepreneurs owning and operating a separate business”. How do your contracting arrangements measure up or do you deal with sham contractors? Entrepreneurs or Employees? Most...