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Some employees are sitting on years of accrued personal leave, but can employers set a cap? Find out what the Fair Work Act and modern awards say about managing excessive leave balances.

A recent Fair Work Commission case confirms that even seemingly “friendly” messages can amount to conduct of a sexual nature justifying dismissal where power imbalances and unwelcome behaviour are involved.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Major reforms to Australian workplace laws are coming. From a review of the National Employment Standards to bans on non-compete clauses, payday superannuation and new restrictions on NDAs, employers need to prepare now to stay compliant.

The liability to pay redundancy pay when an employer arranges other employment for a redundant employee can be a contentious matter.

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.