Employment Law Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on employment law for australian businesses.
Weekend Shifts: Saturday & Sunday Working Rules
Weekend shifts can trigger penalty rates, overtime and rostering issues for Australian employers. Learn what to check before you roster Saturday or Sunday
1 August 2026
STI Bonus Schemes in Australia: Legal Issues for Employers
An STI bonus can motivate staff and support growth, but unclear bonus terms often create disputes about entitlement, discretion, targets and termination
31 July 2026Purchased Leave in Australia: What Employers Should Include in Their Policies
Thinking about offering purchase leave to staff? Here is what Australian employers should include in their policies, contracts and payroll processes
31 July 2026
How to Structure Commission and Incentive Terms for Software Reseller Staff
Software reseller commission plans often go wrong when contracts do not clearly explain when commission is earned, how bonuses are calculated, and what
31 July 2026
Staff Handbook Policies for Auto Repair Workshops in Australia
A staff handbook for an auto repair workshop should do more than set basic rules. This guide explains the policies Australian workshop owners should
31 July 2026
What to Include in a Staff Handbook for Australian Film Production Companies
A staff handbook can save Australian film production companies from confusion, payroll disputes and on-set issues, but only if it actually fits production
31 July 2026
Legal Essentials for Self-employed Contractors: Contracts, Rights and Obligations
Hiring or working as a contractor in Australia? Learn the essentials for self-employed contractors, including contract terms, classification risks, IP
30 July 2026Bonus Plan Rules for Australian Employers: Common Legal Mistakes
Bonus plans can motivate staff, but unclear bonus plan rules can create disputes over pay, discretion and termination. Here are the common legal mistakes
30 July 2026
Prospective Employees: Legal Issues Australian Employers Should Consider
Hiring risk starts before day one. Learn what Australian employers should check when dealing with a prospective employee, from job offers and contracts to
29 July 2026
Who Is Legally Responsible for Your Business's Health and Safety Policy?
In Australia, legal responsibility for a business’s health and safety policy does not sit with one person alone. This guide explains the role of the
29 July 2026Managing Contractors and Freelancers in an Equipment Hire Business
Using contractors and freelancers in an equipment hire business can be practical, but the legal risks grow quickly if worker classification, contracts
29 July 2026Minimum Working Age Rules for Australian Employers
Hiring younger staff in Australia is not as simple as choosing an age and offering a casual shift. Employers need to check state child employment rules
28 July 2026Managing Contractors and Freelancers for Digital Health Platforms in Australia
Digital health platforms often use contractors and freelancers for clinical, technical and content roles, but a generic agreement can create real legal
28 July 2026
Compassionate Leave In SA: Guide For South Australian Employers
When someone on your team experiences a death, a serious family emergency, or another traumatic event, the workplace can feel like the last thing that matters - but it’s still where many...
28 July 2026
Company Secretary Job Description: Duties And Legal Responsibilities For SMEs
If you run a small or growing company in Australia, you’ve probably heard the term “company secretary” come up in conversations about compliance, ASIC and corporate governance. For many SMEs, the tricky...
28 July 2026
What Is a Casual Worker in Australia? Employer Guide
Not sure whether a worker is really casual under Australian law? This employer guide explains the casual worker definition, when casual employment is
27 July 2026Managing Contractors and Freelancers in an Australian Trade Business
Using subcontractors and freelancers can help an Australian trade business scale, but the legal risks are real if worker status, contracts, safety and IP
27 July 2026
What Is Working From Home? Employer Obligations and Policy Tips in Australia
Work from home has shifted from a “nice-to-have” perk to a standard way of working for many Australian businesses. But when you’re the employer, the practical question isn’t just what work from...
27 July 2026
Notice Periods in Australia: Employer Rules and Requirements
If you employ staff, sooner or later you’ll face the “notice period” question. An employee resigns and wants to leave next week. You decide a role isn’t working out and need to...
27 July 2026Sick Leave With a Medical Certificate: Australian Employer Guide
Sick leave is one of those employment issues that seems simple until you’re actually managing it in real time: a staff member calls in unwell, you need to adjust the roster, and...
27 July 2026
Pros And Cons Of Casual Employment In Australia
Hiring casual staff can be a smart way to keep your business flexible, especially if your workload changes week to week or you have seasonal peaks. But casual employment in Australia has...
27 July 2026
Speaking Another Language at Work: Legal and Workplace Issues in Australia
Can staff speak another language at work in Australia? This guide explains when employers can set English communication rules, where discrimination risk
26 July 2026
Standard Employment Agreements for Australian Employers
A standard employment agreement can help Australian employers set clear terms from the start, but only if it matches the role and complies with workplace
26 July 2026
Key Staff Policies for Beauty Salons in Australia
Staff policies help Australian beauty salons set clear rules around privacy, hygiene, social media, commissions and worker classification. Here is what
25 July 2026
Need help with your business legals?
Speak with Sprintlaw to get practical legal support and fixed-fee options tailored to your business.