6 Things To Look Out For When Signing A Deed Of Release

6 Things To Look Out For When Signing A Deed Of Release

by | Oct 28, 2016

Your employer has just given you a deed of release. You may have been given it as part of a voluntary redundancy or you may have been given it to settle a dispute you had with your employer. You are looking to move on to the next step in your career, but you...
Restraint of trade clauses: Advice for employers and executives

Restraint of trade clauses: Advice for employers and executives

by | Aug 10, 2016

In DP World Sydney Ltd v Guy [2016] NSWSC 1072, White J clarified a number of the principles that are used to determine whether a restraint of trade clause is enforceable. In so doing, he highlighted some important lessons for employers and executive employees. Facts...
Cashing out Annual Leave

Cashing out Annual Leave

by | Aug 5, 2016

The legislation surrounding annual leave has been the subject of change in recent years, enabling employers to cash out their annual leave. Cashing out annual leave Eligible employees are now able to cash out their annual leave, rather than take the time off work....
Deed of Release: A Guide for Employers and Executives

Deed of Release: A Guide for Employers and Executives

by | Jan 14, 2015

What is a deed of release? A deed of release is a formal agreement by which an employer and an employee seek to settle a dispute between them. Typically, deeds of release are used when an employee has made, or is considering making, a claim against his or her employer...