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 employees to return to the workplace. Rolf Howard discusses what the law says and the rights and responsibilities of both employees and employers in this regard.
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.
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.
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.
Leigh Adams, Special Counsel, Owen Hodge Lawyers discusses how to navigate and prevent stakeholder disputes.
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 it.
Bench Media CEO & Co-founder Ori Gold explores how his experience taught him lessons in resourcefulness, support and working together to nurture talent.
Dan McHugh, Director, SignManager details some of the major things brands don’t understand about signage and how they can be addressed.
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.
Thomas McClung, Co-Founding Managing Director, Dorado Property looks at why psychological safety is vital for healthy workplaces.
Owen Hodge Lawyers Managing Partner, Rolf Howard discusses when a HOA may be appropriate and whether they are legally binding.
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.
Corporate leadership coach and Team Buffalo CEO Travis Thomas explains why he believes a December project with a Christmas deadline is the worst Christmas present any leader can give their team.
Knowing your merchandise, good communication and calculated risks are the keys to retail success for one of the most volatile Christmas periods in retail history, according to leading expert, Dave Strutton.