In every employment environment, the rights and obligations of employees and employers are outlined within an award or an employment agreement. These are the fundamental protectors of the rights of employees.
Employees should always be aware of the terms of such agreements so that they can ensure that they are receiving all necessary benefits and most importantly, are being paid correctly for the work that they complete for their employers.
Similarly, employers need to be familiar with the terms of awards and agreements to ensure that they are aware of what they are expected to provide for their employees (or receive from them), resulting in greater consistency and employee satisfaction. Furthermore, it is important that employers keep up to date with changes in the award rates and to award terms so that they may implement these changes into their workplace accordingly.
Topics regarding awards and employment agreements include:
How can Prime Lawyers help you?
Our employment law solicitors at Prime Lawyers are experienced in dealing with issues relating to employment contracts and awards. They keep up to date with this rapidly changing area of law and as a result can offer you advice based on the most current developments in employment law.