Category: Dispute Resolution

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Repercussions of Non-Compliance under the Fair Work Act
POSTED: 24 Oct 2022
Dispute Resolution
If a Fair Work Inspector reasonably believes that a business or person has failed to comply with provisions contained in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) such as the National Employment Standards, then they can issue a compliance notice.
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Proposed Changes to Family and Domestic Violence Leave Entitlements
POSTED: 15 Sep 2022
Dispute Resolution
There has been a number of changes proposed by the Government to possibly amend the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), to broaden the scope of an employee’s entitlement to paid family and domestic violence leave. The changes have not come into effect yet, but they may likely be in effect soon.
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Can you direct an employee to work from the office?
POSTED: 30 Aug 2022
Dispute Resolution
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, employers may want to implement flexible working arrangements to enable employees to work from home.
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‘Off-the-plan’ purchases: Don’t judge a book by its cover
POSTED: 25 Aug 2022
Dispute Resolution
It is common for property to be put up for sale prior to an apartment block having been constructed. This is referred to as purchasing property ‘off-the-plan’.
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Bootleg Bunny: Federal Court Proceedings against Kmart
POSTED: 11 Aug 2022
Dispute Resolution
Many parents around the world will be aware of the popular toy “Bashful Bunny” manufactured by UK company, Jellycat Limited. These plush toy bunnies are well known for their long ears and soft fabric. Given their popularity, it is no surprise that many replicas have appeared on the market.
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Be Alert: Clauses Restricting Trade in Employment Contracts
POSTED: 09 Aug 2022
Dispute Resolution
The Federal Court of Australia has recently handed down a decision which illustrates that a restraint of trade clause must be reasonable in order to be relied on by an employer.
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Recent Updates in the High Court Interpretation of Employment Contracts
POSTED: 25 Jul 2022
Dispute Resolution
The High Court of Australia has established that the terms stated within an employment contract, provided they cannot be lawfully challenged, are binding and override any adverse inferences to determine the nature of the relationship between the contracting parties.
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Congratulations Joshua!
POSTED: 05 Jul 2022
Dispute Resolution
Recently, Joshua Costlow from our Dispute Resolution department was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales! From the Partners and Staff at Marsdens Law Group, a huge congratulations Josh! We can't wait to see what the future has in store for you at Marsdens.If you...
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Increase in Superannuation Rate
POSTED: 27 Jun 2022
Dispute Resolution
From 1 July 2022, the superannuation guarantee rate will increase from 10% to 10.5%.
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Can employers force their employees to relocate?
POSTED: 21 Jun 2022
Dispute Resolution
The Fair Work Commission has recently heard a dispute between an employee and his employer in which allegations were made by the employee that he had been unfairly dismissed for failing to relocate when required by the employer.
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