Are you being underpaid at work?

Are you being underpaid at work?

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...
Are You A Contractor Or Employee?

Are You A Contractor Or Employee?

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?...
What is a ‘competitor’ in employment contracts?

What is a ‘competitor’ in employment contracts?

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,...
Have you been the subject of a workplace complaint?

Have you been the subject of a workplace complaint?

Being the subject of a workplace complaint, and subsequent investigation, can be a very challenging ordeal. Complaints can come for an internal or external source, and usually relate to your conduct in the workplace. The consequences of an adverse finding against your...