by ABILITY GROUP | Jun 4, 2019 | Human Resources
In New South Wales (NSW), workers’ compensation claims often involve employees with pre?existing health conditions such as chronic illnesses, past injuries, or degenerative diseases. These conditions complicate claim assessments and can significantly influence...
by ABILITY GROUP | Mar 14, 2019 | Human Resources
Unpaid internships have long been a controversial topic in Australia’s workplace landscape. While some placements are lawful when tied to vocational study, businesses must remember that productive work requires lawful payment under the Fair Work Act. A recent case...
by Marc Ring | Dec 5, 2018 | Human Resources
New rules have been added to the Modern Awards from 1st December 2018 for Flexible Work Arrangements. If you have employees who have worked with you for 12 months or longer, they can request flexible working arrangements. If employed for 12 months or longer, the...
by ABILITY GROUP | Nov 19, 2018 | Human Resources
As of 1 November 2018, the Fair Work Commission introduced changes across a large number of modern awards. While many of these adjustments were largely wording-related and did not alter the intent of clauses, several key changes directly impact termination of...
by ABILITY GROUP | Oct 2, 2018 | Human Resources
The 2018 Casual Loading Changes clarified how employers must handle casual employee entitlements, ensuring that casual loading payments can be offset against claims for permanent benefits. This regulation aimed to prevent “double-dipping” by employees and protect...
by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 6, 2018 | Human Resources
Understanding employee entitlements is critical for both employers and workers in Australia. Annual benefits such as paid leave, public holiday pay, and superannuation contributions are governed by the Fair Work Act 2009 and the National Employment Standards (NES)....
