Further respects at work reforms on the horizon
The Commonwealth Government has introduced a Bill to parliament, which proposes to implement outstanding recommendations from the Australian Human Right Commission’s landmark Respect@Work report into sexual harassment in Australian workplaces.
Employee v Independent contractor
The legal distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is a question of fact and law. This distinction determines how a worker must be properly paid, taxed and engaged to work.
Payroll tax for medical practices
The potential payroll tax implications of the 'services and facilities' fee arrangement model common in the healthcare industry has come under increased scrutiny following a series of cases in New South Wales and Victoria.
