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What to consider when employing your first staff member

So your business has expanded and you are considering employing your first member of staff. However, you are not sure whether to employee a full time, contract or even a casual worker. Before you go ahead start recruiting, here are some important legal issues to consider when hiring staff: Contractor vs Employee In law, there […]

Katherine Hawes · 2 min
Legal

Is Australia prepared for a freelance revolution?

A freelance revolution is occurring all over the world. But are Aussie employers ready for the impact this trend will have on workplace laws? A lack of a clear cut definition for independent contractors could leave local businesses exposed to prosecution.

Ben Thompson · 2 min
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Legal

How to avoid sham business contracts

The Fair Work Ombudsman is cracking down on sham contracting agreements to ensure employers are getting the benefits they deserve. Do you know how to avoid sham arrangements? Follow these tips.

Shauna O'Carroll · 2 min