Is it legal to include a ‘pay secrecy’ clause in my employment contracts?
Employers may also choose to insert a clause that prohibits an employee from discussing their remuneration. Such clauses are often referred to as pay secrecy clauses, and they are perfectly legal in Australia. Rolf discusses the benefits and pitfalls of the clause and whether you should leverage...
Commercial leases need to cover all reasonably foreseeable circumstances and can therefore become somewhat complex. Nevertheless, difficulties do arise. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, discusses what can occur in the case of disputes.
Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers discusses what may need to be disclosed in a disclosure letter during a business sale to ensure the buyer is fully informed and the seller is protected against future claims.
Changes in citizenship rules for distinguished applicants
Wallabies star Quade Cooper will be one of the first to benefit from changes to the citizenship rules for distinguished talent announced last month. Senior Immigration Lawyer at Owen Hodge Lawyers, Pamela Pau, explores the changes.
Did you know that executives who earn above a certain income may not have access to unfair dismissal remedies under the Fair Work Act? Employment Lawyer at Owen Hodge Lawyers, Pooja Kapur, looks at the options for executives to ensure they're covered.
Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, looks at some of the common areas in preparing employment contracts where businesses slip up and how to avoid mistakes.
Upcoming changes to the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP)
Pamela Pau, Senior Immigration Lawyer, Owen Hodge Lawyers details upcoming changes to the business investment visa program that will come into effect on 1 July 2021.
