 
General protections claims aren't just an issue for employers and employees—they can also arise in contractor relationships. However, the rights and protections available to independent contractors are not always the same.

In this update, Jim Babalis and Tom Daly explore the limits of general protections claims for independent contractors, including when State laws may give rise to workplace rights under the Fair Work Act, the interaction between State and Federal legislation, and the key considerations for businesses engaging contractors.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

&nbsp; General protections claims aren't just an issue for employers and employees&mdash;they can also arise in contractor relationships. However, the rights and protections available to independent contractors are not always the same. In this update,&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/jim-babalis/" data-ac-default-color="1">Jim Babalis</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-daly-6258381b8/" data-ac-default-color="1">Tom Daly</a>&nbsp;explore the limits of general protections claims for independent contractors, including when State laws may give rise to workplace rights under the&nbsp;Fair Work Act, the interaction between State and Federal legislation, and the key considerations for businesses engaging contractors. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/1QP7vNUZW3k" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most&nbsp;significant&nbsp;developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

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General Protections Claim limitations for Independent Contractors.  Political Beliefs Protected under State law are not Protected Workplace Laws for Independent Contractors.

In this episode, Andrew Douglas and Jim Babalis explore the growing trend of serious criminal prosecutions arising from workplace safety incidents. Using South Australia's first industrial manslaughter prosecution as a starting point, they discuss how regulators are increasingly pursuing significant penalties against companies, directors, and individuals following workplace fatalities.

The conversation also examines recent industrial and workplace manslaughter cases from across Australia, highlighting the evolving legal landscape, the heightened expectations on employers and officers, and the importance of proactive safety management in mitigating both legal and operational risk.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

In this episode,&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/jim-babalis/" data-ac-default-color="1">Jim Babalis</a>&nbsp;explore the growing trend of serious criminal prosecutions arising from workplace safety incidents. Using South Australia's first industrial manslaughter prosecution as a starting point, they discuss how regulators are increasingly pursuing significant penalties against companies, directors, and individuals following workplace fatalities. The conversation also examines recent industrial and workplace manslaughter cases from across Australia, highlighting the evolving legal landscape, the heightened expectations on employers and officers, and the importance of proactive safety management in mitigating both legal and operational risk. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SRnqUlKi7ks" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

The Growth of More Serious Criminal Charges in Safety 

The Federal Government has announced its intention to establish a new Fair Work Court—the most significant proposed change to Australia's workplace relations system in almost 30 years.

Join Andrew Douglas and Jim Babalis as they discuss what this proposal could mean for employers, including how workplace disputes may be resolved in the future, what is currently known, and the potential impact on businesses if the reforms proceed.

While the proposal is still in its early stages and consultation is yet to commence, understanding the direction of these reforms is important for employers looking to stay ahead of workplace relations developments.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

The Federal Government has announced its intention to establish a new&nbsp;Fair Work Court&mdash;the most significant proposed change to Australia's workplace relations system in almost 30 years. Join&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/jim-babalis/" data-ac-default-color="1">Jim Babalis</a>&nbsp;as they discuss what this proposal could mean for employers, including how workplace disputes may be resolved in the future, what is currently known, and the potential impact on businesses if the reforms proceed. While the proposal is still in its early stages and consultation is yet to commence, understanding the direction of these reforms is important for employers looking to stay ahead of workplace relations developments. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/LvR9iGSW_xs" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

The New Fair Work Court-what is it, When will it Happen and How will it Change our World

When is an employee no longer able to perform the inherent requirements of their role, and when can an employer lawfully rely on incapacity as a reason for termination?

In this session, Andrew Douglas and Jim Babalis will discuss the legal test for termination based on an employee's capacity to perform the inherent requirements of their position, and the key considerations for employers when making these decisions.

Using a recent Fair Work Commission decision as a case study, they will examine how these principles are applied in practice and the important lessons for employers navigating this complex area of employment law.

Join us for an insightful discussion on this evolving area of employment law and the practical takeaways for employers.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

When is an employee no longer able to perform the inherent requirements of their role, and when can an employer lawfully rely on incapacity as a reason for termination? In this session,&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/jim-babalis/" data-ac-default-color="1">Jim Babalis</a>&nbsp;will discuss the legal test for termination based on an employee's capacity to perform the inherent requirements of their position, and the key considerations for employers when making these decisions. Using a recent Fair Work Commission decision as a case study, they will examine how these principles are applied in practice and the important lessons for employers navigating this complex area of employment law. Join us for an insightful discussion on this evolving area of employment law and the practical takeaways for employers. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/9sTEyav6A1E" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

The Test for Termination Based on not Fit for The Inherent Requirements of The Job  “Not Fit now or in The Foreseeable Future to Undertake the Inherent Requirements of The Job with Reasonable Adjustments”

General Protections Claim limitations for Independent Contractors. Political Beliefs Protected under State law are not Protected Workplace Laws for Independent Contractors.

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