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Can you retract a job offer after a medical examination?

Can an employer lawfully withdraw a job offer after an unsatisfactory medical assessment? Explore the risks, employee rights, and potential claims under the Fair Work Act and anti-discrimination laws.

Outdated Onboarding? Fair Work Says Update Now

If you’re still providing pre-Fair Work information sheets to new employees, you may be in breach of current legislation. Learn about the requirement to issue the Fair Work Information Statement and how to stay compliant under the National Employment Standards.

Redundancy Pay and Retirement Age: Is It Discrimination

Can redundancy entitlements differ for employees past retirement age? Discover why age-based redundancy terms may breach workplace laws and fail the Better Off Overall Test.

Dismissing an employee for bad behaviour at the Christmas party

A Christmas party gone wrong can have real workplace consequences, but can an employer actually dismiss someone for misconduct that happens off-site and after hours? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think.

Is Picketing Illegal? Understanding the Boundaries of Protected Industrial Action

Picketing is a common part of industrial action, but when does it cross the line into unlawful conduct? Learn what the Fair Work Act says about protected industrial action, the legal limits of picketing, and what employers can do if a picket turns unlawful.

Can Compassionate Leave Be Deducted From Personal Leave?

Can compassionate leave be taken from an employee’s personal leave balance? Here’s what the Fair Work Act says about compassionate leave entitlements.

Can employees refuse work on Australia Day?

Learn when employers can reasonably request work on a public holiday, and when employees are entitled to say no.

Can Part-Time Employees Refuse Additional Hours Under 38 Hours per Week

Can a part-time employee refuse to work extra hours that don’t exceed 38 in a week? Learn how the Fair Work Act protects part-time workers from unreasonable additional hours beyond their contracted hours.

Attendance as a Witness: Do Jury Service Entitlements cover it?

Is your employee attending court as a witness? Understand the key differences between jury service and witness attendance under the Fair Work Act and what this means for pay entitlements in Western Australia and beyond.