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Redundancy in the Workplace – What Employers Need to Know

Change is typical in the modern workplace as companies adapt to shifting market demands and technological advancements. Whether it’s through the sale, relocation or restructuring of a business, or a downturn in the market, redundancies in the workplace are sometimes...Read More

Misleading and Deceptive Conduct in the Workplace

Conduct which is misleading and deceptive can seriously undermine the trust between employers and employees. In this article, we consider the law around misleading and deceptive conduct in the workplace and shed light on how both employees and employers can respond to...Read More

When Is a Resignation Really a Dismissal?

The termination of employment is sometimes viewed as a straightforward process, typically initiated by an employee’s resignation or an employer’s decision to dismiss an employee. However, the concept of ‘constructive dismissal’ introduces a layer of...Read More

Promoting Gender Equality in the Workplace

Promoting gender equality in the workplace is not only a legal obligation but forms a key part of creating a fair, inclusive, and successful organisation. By understanding the concept of gender equality, complying with relevant legislation, and implementing effective...Read More

How To Prevent Sexual Harassment At Work

Sexual harassment remains a pervasive issue in workplaces worldwide, affecting individuals and hindering professional development. The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) revealed in the Respect@Work Report that as many as one in three Australian women have...Read More

Why you shouldn’t share company secrets with competitors

Employees have a duty of confidentiality and good faith to their employers and employers have a right to ensure that company information is not misused or wrongfully disclosed. But what happens when a company’s information is ‘stolen’ and ends up in the hands of a...Read More

The Benefits of a Non-Disclosure Agreement

An enterprise’s confidential information such as trade secrets, processes and key contacts are all valuable assets that should be protected during the course of a business’s commercial operations, negotiations and transactions. One effective tool for safeguarding...Read More