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Casual employment in the Fair Work Act
The amendment addresses changes to casual employment.
Fixed-term vs casual contract employment arrangements
Employers may need to hire temporary staff for a number of reasons. It could be for project work, maternity or paternity leave cover, or to meet seasonal demand.
Free webcast: managing termination of employment
How can you manage the termination process and avoid potential legal claims? Join this free webcast to find out.
Child employment: what are the rules
What are the rules on child employment in Australia?
Can a Modern Award Override the National Employment Standards?
Confused about how modern awards interact with the National Employment Standards?
Workplace and Employment Law
Work with our award-winning legal experts to help you find solutions and minimise risk in your workplace.
Refusal to sign less favourable employment contract resulted in unfair dismissal
A Business Development Manager refused to sign a new contract with less favourable terms and was dismissed. The Fair Work Commission found that the dismissal was unfair, awarding him $42,552 in compensation.
Does a Probation Period Override the Minimum Employment Period?
In this Q&A, our advice team answers whether a probation period affects eligibility for unfair dismissal claims under the Fair Work Act. Understand the legal implications and protections for employers.
Changes to employment contract made without consultation = forced resignation
An employer in the disability services sector forced an employee to resign by making unilateral changes to her contract without consultation.