by JFM Team | Jul 11, 2018
What is a costs order? The Fair Work Commission has the power, in certain circumstances, to order a party to pay the legal costs for the other party. The power to do this comes from the Fair Work Commission issuing a ‘costs order’. When does the Fair Work Commission...
by JFM Team | Jul 9, 2018
Generally, unfair dismissal claims can be presented before the Fair Work Commission if an employee can show that the termination was harsh, unjust or unreasonable. Prior to 1 July 2018, the high earner threshold was $142,000. Now the income has increased to $175,000....
by JFM Team | May 10, 2018
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, and you are entitled to that difference. How do I check my minimum entitlements? You can check your...
by JFM Team | May 7, 2018
Workers are not independent contractors unless they work as ‘entrepreneurs owning and operating a separate business’. Is your employer ‘sham contracting’ its’ own employees? Why does it matter if you’re a contractor or employee?...
by JFM Team | 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,...
by JFM Team | Apr 16, 2018
We’ve noticed a significant increase in executive employees being subject to complaints about their conduct, resulting in a workplace investigation. If you have recently received a complaint letter, you’re not alone. Many of these complaints come from...
