Whilst the health and safety of all those around us is the most important consideration during these uncertain times, many of you may also be experiencing worry over your employment status, or your responsibilities as an employer, and where you stand legally on this.

Our firm has recently experienced an increase in clients who are concerned about the concept of ‘whistleblowing’ and who have approached us for advice regarding their Public Interest Disclosure status (PID status).

Recently our Director, Kayte Lewis was asked to contribute to the Entrepreneur Asia Pacific. In her first article utilises expertise Kaytes in business law to protect entrepreneurs from future legal issues.

So, what exactly is a Duty of Disclosure and why might it apply to me?

I have just returned from a great conference in Fiji where I was invited to speak to a group of senior doctors about wellbeing in the professions and the importance of personal presence. A conference in Fiji truly is the perfect place to reflect and reset - I’ve attended retreats like this annually as part of my own self-care as a professional and I totally value how essential it is to take time to refuel.

Last week I was thrilled to be invited as a guest on to the Janeen Vosper podcast, where I had the opportunity to talk about my passion for helping people find their voice.

Employment law can seem overwhelming, particularly if you’re a new business without knowledge or experience of HR. When you’re committing to hiring staff, it’s important to be aware of your rights, their rights, and ultimately, what you need to do to ensure you, they, and the business are protected.

It’s always been difficult to obtain clarity on the boundaries between home and work – increasingly so in the 21st century when our lives are becoming increasingly public. When does behaviour that happens out of hours affect the reputation of our workplace and our ability to carry out our job? Social Media presents us with another blurry line in the work / home distinction.

Workplaces must be careful to be properly informed where employee’s privacy is concerned. While surveillance and drug testing is allowable in the workplace in certain circumstances, it must be carried out in accordance with strict guidelines.

The Fair Work Commission has determined that a 3.0% increase of the national minimum wage will take effect for the first pay period on or after 1 July 2019. The increase is lower than 2018’s increase of 3.5%. Slow economic growth, low inflation and increased tax transfer payments were cited as reasons for the decision.

There are considerable new legal developments around domestic violence to report this month.

10 more sleeps to the JAM International Family Law Conference in Malta.

Remember when you were small and excited and counting sleeps :D

That’s me!

Employees at the Woolworths Brisbane Liquor Distribution Centre have had the Fair Work Commission set out the interpretation of the public holiday provision in the Woolworths Limited Brisbane Liquor Distribution Centre Enterprise Agreement (the Agreement) after the National Union of Workers made an application to the FWC to resolve the dispute.

The trend of flexible working arrangements has been growing exponentially as employers are seeing the benefits of morale, motivation and productivity in their employees. But did you know that under certain circumstances, you have the right to request flexible working arrangements!

Production of products, goods and services in the global market place relies on a complex weave of international sourcing for components, ingredients and labour. With each country having it’s own set of labour laws it is of concern to many consumers whether they are supporting or encouraging ethical sourcing, and inadvertently supporting the growing trade in human trafficking or slave and child labour.

Following from our previous article about the commencement of the Modern Slavery Act we provide this update for our commercial clients.

The separation of parents is an emotional and confusing time not just for parents but also for children. It is important that children feel cared for and safe during this time and it is the responsibility of both parents ensure that these needs are met.

Shocking results of research into Domestic Violence in NSW.

Women in business need to take time out of their busy schedule to unwind and refresh both physically and mentally. Reset and refocus for 2019 and step away from the to-do list or in my case, step into Fiji.