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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.

A court has found that simple measures could have prevented a man’s hand being crushed at work, but the employers’ WHS program was blind to the specific risk.

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.

Are you clear on when and why employees should be allowed a support person in workplace meetings? Understand your legal obligations, best practices, and the important role support persons play in disciplinary and performance discussions.

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.

In a landmark decision, the FWC sided with an employee who challenged her employer’s return-to-office directive, citing family care responsibilities. The case highlights what employers must prove when rejecting flexible work requests.

Inviting a team member on parental leave to attend training might seem simple but could it impact their entitlements? Learn how to navigate “keeping in touch days” the right way to avoid unintended consequences.

Despite 20+ years of service, the Fair Work Commission ruled that persistent failure to follow absence notification procedures and provide evidence was a valid reason for dismissal. Here’s what employers can learn from this case.

A worker suffered a severe hand injury that could have been prevented with simple safety measures. This case reveals critical gaps in workplace health and safety systems.

Unsure about penalty rates for the Easter weekend? Learn which days are public holidays and how to pay your employees correctly under the Retail Award.