An essential strategic resource for anyone working in employment law, including lawyers, industrial and employment relations practitioners, human resource (HR) specialists, people managers, and in-house HR counsel. This Manual assists readers in grappling with a range of strategic solutions to numerous people-related legal issues. In addition to its comprehensive legal commentary, the Manual contains numerous case studies, flowcharts, and checklists that enable decision-makers to be properly informed across this highly complex and evolving area of the law. 

Why you'll love this:  

A must-have for professionals in the employment law field, this Manual not only provides in-depth legal commentary but also practical tools like case studies, flowcharts, and checklists. These features help you navigate and resolve complex legal issues efficiently and effectively. 

 Key features: 

• Comprehensive legal commentary on employment law in Australia. 
• Numerous case studies that illustrate real-world applications. 
• Flowcharts and checklists to aid in decision-making. 
• Strategic solutions for a wide range of people-related legal issues. 
• Updated content reflecting the latest legal developments and practices. 

Key points about changes included in this edition of the Manual. 

This edition of the Manual will include updates relating to both tranches of the Closing the Loopholes legislative changes. This includes information about the right to disconnect, the change to the definition of casual employee and pathway to permanent employment, workplace delegates rights, determining whether a relationship is employment or a contracting relationship, regulated labour hire arrangements and intractable bargaining workplace determinations.  Also of significance, this edition will also detail the Respect at Work law changes. 

Who should read this:  

This Manual is ideal for employment law professionals, including lawyers, industrial and employment relations practitioners, HR specialists, people managers, and in-house HR counsel. It's also a valuable resource for students studying employment law and anyone involved in the administration or review of employment legislation.