Legislative Change
Legislative change has been at the forefront of the employment law arena for some time which has led to uncertainty amongst the wider population of their employment law rights. If you would like to know where you stand contact LAC Employment Lawyers today for an assessment.
Traditionally, state-based systems have dealt with unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal and unlawful termination. In both New South Wales and Queensland there were provisions which dealt with unfair contracts and under the Federal Workplace Relations Act there was a new section which dealt with subcontractors. Irrespective, all of this has now changed with the focus being; awards, unfair dismissal and unlawful termination claims by employees of companies. Legislation sets a probationary period of six months which can be reduced or extended by agreement. Where there are genuine operational reasons which lead to termination then an unfair dismissal claim cannot be brought. Unfair dismissal claims can only be brought where they do not exceed the salary cap or they fit within the statutory exception.
Please note that LAC Lawyers only act for employees & executives who earn in excess of $125,000 pa (including Super). If you feel that you have been unfairly treated by your employer, contact LAC Lawyers today.
Legislative Change Articles
Unlawful Discrimination Claims and Limitation Periods
Date: December 01, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Having established your right to make an unlawful discrimination claim, the next step that one needs to consider is the limitation period for the lodgement of such a claim.
Employment Law - The Rights of an Employer and their Employee
Date: October 08, 2010
Author(s): Jana Whitby B.A., LL.B. (Hons.)
With the Law in this area constantly changing, many employers and employees are uncertain as to their rights with respect to such things as employment contracts, termination of employment and redundancy.
Employment Law - You Have Been Terminated, Does it Amount to Unfair Dismissal?
Date: October 08, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Organisations with It is becoming more rampant in the current times that an employee is found to have been terminated. Termination of employment can take several forms and unfair dismissal seems to be a common occurrence.