Can I order my employees to return to the workplace?
With the pandemic exposing employees to working from home, many employees are now hesitant to return to the office. With many businesses keen to get their staff back into the office to support staff development, culture or productivity, employers may be wondering whether they can order their...
How do I prepare a labour agreement for an employer sponsored visa?
When there is a labour shortage or a shortage of skilled workers, employers might decide to apply for a Visa to bring employees from overseas. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers discusses what's involved and how to prepare a labour agreement.
Can employees on maximum term contracts file for an unfair dismissal claim?
Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers explores how the law treats unfair dismissal claims for employees on a contract with an end date and what employers need to know.
Questions to ask when selling or buying a business
Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, explores what to include in the agreement, what should be covered in due diligence and other factors to consider during a business sale or purchase.
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.
