The impact of verbal exchanges on written contracts
According to Australian law it is possible for a verbal contract to be enforceable in its own right and even to alter a written contract. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, explores what you need to know.
The work-from-home (WFH) era, propelled by the pandemic, appears to be on the way out, despite many employees expressing that they prefer WFH. Which raises the question for employers: can employees refuse to return to the office or do employers have the ultimate say? Rolf Howard, Managing...
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...
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.
