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Thursday, 02 June 2011 8:22am

Too many employers put their "heads in the sand" when in doubt about the clarity of their contracting arrangements, but it's far better to "crystallise their liability", says employment lawyer Brad Swebeck.

Tuesday, 05 April 2011 8:25am

Recent court rulings involving employees' social media "indiscretions" provide some guidance, but not certainty, for employers and workers, says employment lawyer Lisa Berton.

Monday, 07 March 2011 8:13am

What should you do when an employee wants to complain about bullying "off the record"? What is the role of a support person during investigations? Should you re-open an investigation when an employee provides fresh evidence? Lawyer Brad Petley answers these questions and more.

Monday, 24 January 2011 8:20am

Employers that fail to properly investigate workplace issues and complaints before taking action risk falling foul of the Fair Work Act's procedural fairness requirements, says workplace lawyer Brad Petley.

Thursday, 09 December 2010 8:24am

A Sydney worker who defied an instruction from his supervisor has failed to convince Fair Work Australia his conduct did not warrant dismissal because of his supervisor's rude, bullying tone.

Monday, 29 November 2010 8:08am

How do you manage employees who have been injured outside of work? What happens when an employee refuses an independent medical assessment? When is it safe to terminate an ill or injured employee? Lawyer Luke Connolly answers these questions and more on this important topic.

Thursday, 30 September 2010 8:20am

Managing workers on extended sick leave, or with long-term injuries, requires carefully balancing business needs against employees' rights, says employment lawyer Luke Connolly.

Thursday, 23 September 2010 8:23am

Scheduling regular, systematic shifts for long-serving casuals will "enliven" their unfair dismissal rights, says Kemp Strang partner Lisa Berton.

Thursday, 19 August 2010 8:28am

Legal action arising out of performance management used to be confined to award and EBA-covered workers, but increasingly employers are facing claims from managers and more senior employees, according to employment lawyer Natalie Spark.

Monday, 09 August 2010 8:15am

Creating a new business culture following a merger and acquisition requires "pace over perfection" and a willingness to make some mistakes, says Bupa Australia's director of HR, Penny Lovett.