Current class actions the "tip of the iceberg"
Recent employment-related class actions are likely just the "tip of the iceberg", and a sign of more to come next year, a lawyer warns. » more »
Industrial relations, disputes & unions (295 items)
HR consultant claims age, disability discrimination; Bargaining system 'collapsing'; and more
An HR consultant is claiming his former employer discriminated against him by favouring younger workers and sacking him while he was unfit for work. Also in this article, the key to stopping the collapse of enterprise bargaining, C-suite leaders' top concern heading into 2019, and more. » more »
"Double dipping" regulation proposed; Penalty for "unknowing" worker misclassification; and more
The Federal Government has proposed a new Fair Work regulation to prevent casual employees from "double dipping" on entitlements. Also in this article, more compensation and a penalty have been ordered in the case that sparked the casuals confusion, permanent conversion rights are to be extended, and more. » more »
Watch our EA and Bargaining Update with premium membership
Our enterprise bargaining update streams on demand for HR Daily Premium members. Find out more about what's covered in this presentation here. » more »
FWC stance on legal representation puts HR on alert
The Fair Work Commission's stance on legal representation has never been as tough as it is now, so it's more important than ever for HR professionals to be prepared to run their employer's defence against claims, lawyers stress. » more »
Webcast: Preparing to front the FWC
With the Fair Work Commission taking a much harder line on when employers can be legally represented in claims, it's increasingly up to HR professionals to step up in their defence. Watch this webcast to understand when the FWC is likely to grant or deny permissions, and ways to prepare a sound defence. » more »
Host ordered to reinstate on-hire worker; General protections claims increasing; and more
The Federal Court has ordered a host employer to reinstate a labour hire worker until her adverse action claim against it is determined. Also in this article, general protections claims continue to rise; the FWO won record penalties in the past financial year; and more. » more »
IR expert calls for broader definition of 'employee'; Confidentiality breach proves costly; and more
Broadening the FW Act definition of 'employee' would go some way to addressing lagging wage growth, employment law academic Ron McCallum says. Also in this article, an employer pays dearly for a confidentiality breach; a recap of recent case law; and more. » more »
Employee class actions set to surge
With industrial relations squarely back on the political agenda, and in the wake of recent court rulings, organisations can expect an unprecedented rise in employment-related class action claims. » more »
Webcast: EA and bargaining update
The enterprise bargaining landscape is constantly shifting, with implications for how HR professionals handle negotiations, consultation and communication. Watch this webcast for recent developments in EA approvals and tips for more successful negotiations. » more »
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