Archive for August 2020
Another hit for WorkPac’s casual arrangements: WorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato [2020] FCAFC 84
By Amber Roncoroni A decision of a Full Court of the Federal Court confirms casual employment can be characterised by the absence of a firm commitment to the duration of employment and the days and hours the employee will work and that double dipping may follow. WorkPac has failed to obtain the Federal Court’s approval…
Read MoreAlleged underpayment of entitlements and non-payment of shiftworker annual leave – a win for Halliburton
How all becomes clear and simple By Amber Roncoroni HLS Legal represented Halliburton Australia (Halliburton) in its recent win in the Federal Circuit Court in a decision regarding key provisions of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (the Act) and the Long Service Leave Act 1958 (WA) (the Long Service Leave Act). The decision is…
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