The Federal Circuit Court has ordered a media company and its
director to pay $570,000 for breaching workplace laws.
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Update on Accounting firms accessorial liability
A recent ruling by the full bench of the Federal Court on an
appeal by Ezy Accounting 123 has reinforced the risk of big fines
and penalties for accessories (such as HR and payroll
professionals) if their clients breach Australian employment
laws.
Employer Wins Costs Against Employee For Baseless Unfair Dismissal Claim
An individual has been ordered to repay their former employer
for costs in defending a baseless unfair dismissal case.
Fair Work Inspectors Target Penrith Springwood Picton Katoomba
The Fair Work Ombudsman will audit at least 200 businesses
across outer west Sydney, the Blue Mountains and Wollondilly in its
latest compliance campaign.
Former Nail Salon Owner Penalised For Role In Underpaying Employees
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a $10,560 penalty against
the former owner of a nail salon in Adelaide for his role
in underpaying several employees.
Penalties Increase For Breaching Australian Consumer Laws
The Australian Government has passed legislation to increase
penalties for breaching Australian Consumer Law.
New unpaid family & domestic violence leave entitlement in awards
Award covered employees can now take up to 5 days of
unpaid leave to deal with the impact of family and domestic
violence. Read about the changes and who they apply to.
Compliance Matters – Underpayments
Regulatory compliance touches or encompasses most operational
areas of business.
Gold Coast security operator penalised $115,668
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a $115,668 penalty against
Gold Coast security company for taking unlawful adverse action
against a guard by dismissing him.
Sandra Parker appointed Fair Work Ombudsman
Sandra Parker has been appointed to the position of Fair Work
Ombudsman for a 5 year term from 15 July 2018.
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