PRESS RELEASE
17 February 2023

Fair Work Act compliance – practical lessons for employers, from lawyers and auditors

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Cooper Grace Ward

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Established in 1980, Cooper Grace Ward is a leading independent law firm in Brisbane with over 20 partners and 200 team members. They offer a wide range of commercial legal services with a focus on corporate, commercial, property, litigation, insurance, tax, and family law. Their specialized team works across various industries, providing exceptional client service and fostering a strong team culture.
With the recent changes to the Fair Work Act, employers can expect to see a greater number of claims being made by employees who are increasingly aware of their legal entitlements.
Australia

Event details

When Location Contact Cost
March 09, 2023
Lunch: 12.00pm
Start: 12.30pm
Finish: 1.30pm
Cooper Grace Ward
Lawyers
Level 21, 400 George
Street
Brisbane Qld 4000
T - +61 7 3231 2400
events@cgw.com.au
Complimentary

With the recent changes to the Fair Work Act, employers can expect to see a greater number of claims being made by employees who are becoming increasingly aware of their legal entitlements.

When defending claims made by employees, such as underpayment claims, employers often engage lawyers and forensic auditors to undertake an assessment of their exposure and risks, based on any gaps in their systems.

Annie Smeaton, partner at Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers, and Ron Holtshausen, partner at KordaMentha, have an in-depth understanding of common errors made by employers and the practical ways that employers can enhance their systems to prevent being exposed to claims and legal proceedings.

Join Annie and Ron for this lunchtime seminar where they will discuss:

  • the range of claims that can be brought by employees, such as underpayment claims for allowances, penalties and overtime
  • the limitation period for employees to bring claims and the records that will assist in the auditing process
  • the common mistakes made by employers from a legal and auditing perspective
  • the Fair Work Ombudsman's compliance and enforcement powers for contraventions of the Fair Work Act
  • steps that employers should take when responding to claims
  • practical tips for employers to enhance their systems to prevent being exposed to claims.

We hope you can join us.

PRESS RELEASE
17 February 2023

Fair Work Act compliance – practical lessons for employers, from lawyers and auditors

Australia

Contributor

Established in 1980, Cooper Grace Ward is a leading independent law firm in Brisbane with over 20 partners and 200 team members. They offer a wide range of commercial legal services with a focus on corporate, commercial, property, litigation, insurance, tax, and family law. Their specialized team works across various industries, providing exceptional client service and fostering a strong team culture.

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