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 JFMLAW | Jan 9, 2019 | Employment Contracts
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 JFMLAW | Nov 20, 2018 | Employment Contracts
Underpayment is unfortunately common in Australia. Many employees are underpaid based on their statutory entitlements. A recent report uncovered how common underpayment is amongst international people living in Australia, especially backpackers and international...
by JFMLAW | Nov 15, 2018 | Employment Contracts
What does it mean to be a casual employee? Casual employees are those who do not have a certain or fixed commitment with their employer. Hours worked are not regular and casual employees have the right to swap shifts or refuse work given by their employer. Also,...
by JFMLAW | Oct 27, 2018 | Employment Contracts
An employment Deed of Release is a legal expression used to settle disputes or prevent them from arising in the first place. A Deed of Release is often a win/win situation as both parties come to a mutual agreement and grounding of compromise. The term ‘Deed of...
by JFMLAW | Oct 22, 2018 | Employment Contracts
The Fair Work Commission has recently handed down a decision which provides increased access to unfair dismissal claims by casual workers. Particularly those employees engaged in the labour hire industry. In the case of Robert Smith v Goldfields People Hire Pty Ltd...
