Issues Involving Employees

It is important for you as an employer to understand that Australia has national and local laws which cover equal opportunity and anti-discrimination in the workplace. You are required by these laws to create a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment.

If you follow these laws, and put in place effective anti-discrimination and anti-harassment procedures within your business, you can improve productivity and increase workplace efficiency.
Under federal anti-discrimination law you are legally responsible for harassment which occurs in the workplace, and you must be active in placing precautionary measures to minimise the risk of harassment and discrimination.

If disputes arise you need to have a complaints and dispute resolution process prepared, in order to deal with such issues and any other disputes that may arise.

In order to be successful in solving the dispute you need to:

• Listen and put yourself in the persons' shoes

• Ask for evidence to prove and verify their opinions

• Understand your legal obligations

• Negotiate face to face in a professional and calm manner

• If you cannot agree on anything, the matter may need to be referred to your state fair trading agency, or you may need to seek a formal complaint.

It is important to be aware of your legal obligations, and if you have any such problems Quinn Lawyers can help you.

If you'd like more information or help with dealing with problems involving employees. Complete and submit the Express Enquiry form on the top right hand side of this page and we will contact you to discuss your enquiry or call us on 1300 QUINNS (1300 784 667) or on +61 2 9223 9166 to arrange an appointment.