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The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured $197,000 in penalties against Doll House Training, a Sydney-based research company, for misclassifying employees as independent contractors and breaching the Fair Work Act.

The Fair Work Commission has released its long-awaited decision on gender undervaluation, proposing major changes to key awards. Employers in affected sectors now have a crucial window to respond.

A construction company faces a hefty fine after a worker’s tragic death from unsafe towing. The court highlights the employer’s duty to manage risks and enforce safety protocols when warnings are ignored.

A recent Fair Work Commission decision highlights how procedural missteps, rather than the reason for termination can render a dismissal unfair. A valuable reminder for employers managing organisational change.

A law firm’s response to an employee’s resignation and sick leave has landed it in legal hot water. The FWC’s ruling highlights the risks of acting without clear evidence.

Planning to open on Boxing Day? Learn about your rights as an employer and the rules employees must follow when refusing to work on public holidays.

When one salon closed, failing to offer a transfer cost the employer a legal ruling. Find out why offering redeployment is key before letting casual employees go.

Discover how the Fair Work Act defines “responsibility for care” in adoption leave, outlining who qualifies as a primary caregiver and when employees are entitled to unpaid leave.

Discover how Australia’s new criminal underpayment laws, effective from 1 January 2025, impact small business owners. Learn practical steps to stay compliant, avoid penalties, and protect your business with real-world insights.

An employee on unpaid parental leave has been called for jury duty—but does this mean they’re entitled to make-up pay from their employer? The Fair Work Act provides the answer, but the rules may not be as straightforward as they seem.