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Posted: 18th August 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
Hi Bare Bones, my colleagues and I are hoping you can clarify something for us. If an employee is dismissed for assaulting a co-worker, is the employer still required to pay the employee notice? Read More
Posted: 9th August 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, Legal Mumbo Jumbo
A recent Fair Work penalty of $115,000 against a Gold Coast security company highlights the importance of employer awareness around adverse action obligations under the Fair Work Act. Read More
Posted: 16th July 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
Redundancy: the word strikes fear into employees and often, employers are also confused by what the term actually means. Here’s some key information to cut through the mystery of the dreaded "R" word. Read More
Posted: 3rd July 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
Hello Bare Bones Consulting, I’ve informed an employee I plan to speak with them about their conduct at work and have set a date and time for this. I’m conscious about confidentiality around this matter…do I have to allow a support person to attend? Read More
Posted: 23rd June 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, Legal Mumbo Jumbo
Sooner or later every business owner is bound to experience a complaint around workplace bullying. Here's what you need to know to manage it well. Read More
Posted: 4th June 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, News
Heads up! The Fair Work Commission's announcement of a 3.5% increase to minimum wages means it's likely your business needs to do something now. Here's what you need to know. Read More
Posted: 29th May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
In today’s employment environment of fixed-term contacts, the gig economy and job hopping, Long Service Leave is something many of us have little real understanding of. But it’s an employer obligation under the National Employment Standards (NES) so let’s check it out. Read More
Posted: 21st May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, Legal Mumbo Jumbo
Hi Bare Bones. I have an employee who is not performing and I’m considering my options on the best way to deal with this. I’ve heard the term “general protections” and I'm seeking some information on what this actually means. Can you help? Read More
Posted: 14th May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
Employers recognise casual employment offers the flexibility to increase staffing levels to cover peak periods whilst affording options when things aren’t so busy. But what exactly defines “casual”? And are there any risks to your business in having a long term casual employee? Read More
Posted: 7th May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, News
The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched a tool offering members of the community the opportunity to provide anonymous information on unlawful practices in workplaces across Australia. Read More
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