A Fair Work Commission decision sheds light on the obligation of multinational companies to consider overseas employment for employees affected by redundancy.
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News: Unfair Dismissals
BULLYING AT WORK: Commission warns against “excessive sensitivity”
Individuals have a relatively high threshold to attain in order to establish workplace bullying.
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LinkedIn problems: Sacked for soliciting clients
An employee was dismissed after advertising his private company to contacts on LinkedIn. An interior designer was employed by a national architecture and design company and, prior to taking up the role, had informed his employers he intended to carry out private design work in his own time.
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Ms McKenzie’s practical guide to a lawsuit-free Office Christmas Party
Should you regale the entire staff with your somewhat racist and definitely sexist joke? Is the office Christmas party a good opportunity to make your move on Julie in accounts? If you don’t know the answer to questions like these, then you really need to read on, suggests employment lawyer REBECCA MCKENZIE.
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Commercial & Business Law
Timely advice focused on commercial solutions We consider ourselves partners in your business and work with you to achieve your goals. The role of the corporate legal advisor is far broader than simply providing excellent technical advice. It’s no coincidence that Baker Love’s Commercial and Business Law team have diverse backgrounds in accounting, banking, administration, […]
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Employment terminations: unfair dismissals, redundancy and enforcing restraints of trade
The decision to terminate an employee is a significant one for any business, small or large. The law relating to termination is highly regulated, so knowing the legal risks and obligations is essential, writes employment lawyer REBECCA McKENZIE.
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The New Unfair Dismissal Regime
From 1 July 2009, a new unfair dismissal system commenced. If employees work continuously for 12 months or more and are dismissed, then they may claim unfair dismissal (except, for example, in the case of a genuine redundancy), according to REBECCA McKENZIE. An employee has a time limit of 21 days from the date of […]
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