by Nicole Dunn Lawyers | Nov 20, 2025
With the year coming to an end, employers are starting to think about their annual shutdown and getting excited about taking a well-deserved break. In this article, we provide a summary of the relevant information regarding annual shutdowns, annual leave, and public...
by Nicole Dunn Lawyers | Nov 7, 2025
With end of year (EOY) approaching, many businesses will host an EOY function. These events are a great chance for colleagues to unwind and celebrate the past year. Generally, these EOY functions involve food, drinks, and entertainment. These celebrations need to...
by Nicole Dunn Lawyers | Sep 30, 2025
Many modern awards provide pay points for the classifications set out in the award. In this article, we provide a step-by-step guide to assist employers in determining the pay point applicable to their employees. Step 1The first step is to determine the...
by Nicole Dunn Lawyers | Mar 4, 2025
The recent High Court decision in Elisha v Vision Australia Ltd [2024] HCA 50 has significant implications for employers, overturning a longstanding position in relation to psychiatric injury. The decision confirms that employers can be held liable for psychiatric...
by Nicole Dunn Lawyers | Jan 13, 2025
In a landmark decision that could reshape employment law in Australia, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) has found that a Philippine-based worker was entitled to claim unfair dismissal under the Fair Work Act 2009 (FWA). The Case: Pascuav Doessel Group Pty Ltd [2024] FWC...
by Nicole Dunn Lawyers | Nov 26, 2024
It’s getting to that time of year again when employers hold their annual end of year (EOY) event. Generally, at these events staff get together to eat, drink and have a good time. Remember, the traditional employer-organised EOY function is a work event. All of us...
