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Find out when employees can cash out annual leave and how accrual really works under the Fair Work Act, including key rules for award-covered and award-free staff.

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.

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.

Medical certificates are generally accepted as proof of illness, but there are limited circumstances where employers may challenge their validity. This article explains what evidence is required and the risks employers need to manage.

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.

Navigate the complexities of long service leave during workers’ compensation, with clear guidance on legal obligations and how to manage employee requests effectively.

Does daylight saving change what employees get paid? For night shifts and overtime, the clock change can have real payroll consequences.

Facing a wage freeze? Learn whether your business must pass on the Annual Wage Review increase to award-covered or award-free employees and how absorption works.

Explore how the Fair Work Act, secondments, and long service leave laws interact in international transfers.

Performance management can quickly become contentious if employees perceive criticism as bullying. This article clarifies where the legal line is drawn between reasonable performance appraisals and unlawful bullying, and highlights the risks for employers who get it wrong.