Our business lawyers are frequently asked about the validity and enforceability of restraint of trade or non-compete clauses in employment contracts. As with everything legal the answer is often, “it depends”, and that’s why it’s important both employers and employees get the right advice.
Read MoreOnce a client has made a “rogue” comment on social media about your business, what options are open to you?
Read MoreCan you protect yourself against social media abuse by your employees?
Read MoreTerminating a casual employee who has reasonable expectations of regular and systematic work may have legal consequences.
Read MoreRestraint of Trade clauses, when attached to a business sale/purchase, are intended to prevent the seller competing with the business they have just sold.
Read MoreAs regional Victoria moves into stage 3 restrictions for a second time, Siobhan has updated information on standing down employees.
Read MoreA dismissal will be unfair where it is harsh, unjust or unreasonable. In those circumstances the employee can make a claim for compensation or even reinstatement. Dismissing an employee where there is still work available, despite a downturn, could be harsh or unreasonable.
Read MoreOne question our well-intentioned clients frequently ask is 'can I stand my employees down until this is over?'.
Read MoreWhen you receive complaints about an employee or their work or other behaviours are a problem, you can't just let them go. There are strict rules in place.
Read MoreBuying and selling a business is not just goods and equipment. Employees must also be factored in to the conversation at an early stage.
Read MoreIt is a sad fact of business life that sometimes a business is unable to afford to keep all its employees. If this happens to you there are rules you must follow and legal advice you may need.
Read MoreProtecting employees and employers against issues with social media is a combination of many factors. These include policies and codes of conduct, to understanding social media privacy settings.
Read MoreSmall business is not completely exempt from unfair dismissal rules. Know your obligations to avoid the risk of a ruling against you.
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