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Understanding Employment Restraints in Australian Law: Navigating the Fine Line

In the complex web of employment relationships in Australia, the topic of employment restraints is one that often gives rise to confusion and legal disputes. Commonly known as ‘non-compete clauses’, these restraints aim to protect a business’s interests by restricting the activities of employees both during and after their tenure. However, the enforceability of these […]

Casual Workers Entitled to More

Casual Workers Entitled to More as a recent ruling in WorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato [2020] FCAFC 84 demonstrates Employment Law – Important Case Law UpdateWorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato [2020] FCAFC 84 An employer lost their application to declare that an employee could not claim National Employment Standards (“NES”) because they were a casual employee as defined […]