We all love Google. We no longer need encyclopaedias,
maps, history or recipe books, or even  a wise
old family member who knows the answer to just about everything
(even if they do  occasionally make up the answer
on the spot!). No, these days all we need is a device connected
to  the internet and the ability to spell
‘google’ to find everything we need.

While many employers have at least a vague idea of what an
‘unfair dismissal’ is and how to avoid  one, far
fewer are familiar with ‘adverse action’ claims. Given the rise in
the number of these claims  – and the significant
risks they pose for small business employers – this week we take a
look at the  key differences between these two
quite distinct claims.

Earlier this week, we learned about a potential security
threat called the Bash bug, also known as Shellshock. 
Since learning about this potential threat, Workforce
Guardian has taken action to ensure that our ultra-high security
environment remains secure and that we have a
Shellshock/Bash Bug Safe Site.

Watch the opening speech by David Bates @ National Small
Business Summit 2014 – IR/Workplace Relations Debate. Now available
on our YouTube channel.