Changes to the Fair Work Act and what this means for employers

by Ico Ho | Jun 27, 2023

The industrial landscape has changed dramatically since the introduction of sweeping changes to employee entitlements in the latest amendments to the Fair Work Act, 2009 (Cth).  What do employers need to know? In December 2022, the Albanese Government introduced the...

​​Can you be dismissed for refusing to comply with a performance improvement plan (PIP)?​

by Ico Ho | May 16, 2023

If you are an employee who has been presented with a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP), you should be aware that this step may be the first in a series of formalities that ends with the termination of your employment. In a best case scenario, a PIP is a genuine...

What does a good Performance Improvement Plan look like?

by JFM Team | Nov 24, 2022

What is a Performance Improvement Plan? Simply put, a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is a document that sets out what the problem is with your employee’s performance and what they can to do improve it.  The actions or behaviour that can be addressed by a PIP may...

Is placing an employee on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) considered workplace bullying?

by JFM Team | Nov 24, 2022

Workplace bullying can take many forms including, in some instances, a Performance Improvement Plan implemented by an employer to address issues with an employee’s behaviour in the workplace.  In what circumstances is a Performance Improvement Plan considered...

The top 3 employment law issues that cost your business money

by JFM Team | Jun 17, 2021

What are are the top 3 employment law issues that cost your business money if not dealt with correctly? Clear employment terms It is critical for your business to ensure that each employee is engaged on clear employment terms. Business owners often approach us to...

Understanding Performance Management In Australia

by JFMLAW | Oct 29, 2018

Often international businesses and employers are not aware of the strict laws for performance management in Australia that protect the workers. This means that international business with Australian offices or Australian staff often get themselves into trouble when...