Past Events

WestmoreJacobs & Rachel Cubela present: Dismissing Ill or Injured Employees & Managing Workers’ Compensation

This seminar will discuss the do's and don'ts of dismissing employees who have become incapable of performing their job due to injury or illness. We are pleased to host guest speaker, Rachel Cubela, to discuss her expertise on workers' compensation and its impact on employers. This seminar is complimentary and exclusive to WestmoreJacobs' clients and [...]

WestmoreJacobs’ Lunchtime Briefing: Changes in Employment Law

Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

This seminar will provide an overview of some key employment law changes from the past 3 years to legislation, Modern Awards and case law relevant to employers and HR managers. These include changes to casual conversion clauses, domestic violence leave and the addition of "Serious Contraventions" to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). This seminar [...]

WestmoreJacobs’ Client Briefing: Dismissing Ill or Injured Employees

Level 17, 31 Queen St, Melbourne 3000 Level 17, 31 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Due to high demand, we are pleased to release another edition of our Dismissing Ill or Injured Employees seminar, exclusively for WestmoreJacobs' clients and guests. This briefing will discuss the do's and don'ts of dismissing employees who have become incapable of performing their job due to injury or illness. We will also provide practical strategies [...]

WestmoreJacobs’ Client Briefing: Changes in Employment Law

Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

We are pleased to host another Client Briefing, exclusive for WestmoreJacobs clients and guests. Our employment lawyers will provide an overview of some key changes from the past 3 years to legislation, Modern Awards and case law. There are limited complimentary spots available for this seminar. Drinks and a light lunch will be served. Please [...]

CPD Seminar for Commercial Lawyers: Fiduciary Duties

Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

This CPD seminar is designed to give commercial lawyers a deeper understanding of the fiduciary duties that may be owed by employees. This seminar will discuss: distinguishing fiduciary from non-fiduciary obligations; identifying breaches of fiduciary duty; and remedies available in circumstances of a breach. This seminar is complimentary and exclusive to commercial lawyers. A light [...]

Special Seminar: “Slow to Hire, Quick to Fire” with Chocolate & Wine

This seminar will discuss how you can hire the best staff and understand potential legal obstacles when dismissing poor performers. We are pleased to host Matt Baker (Caliper) as our guest speaker. From selection to succession, Caliper helps organisations simplify and support the difficult decisions made in the employee lifecycle. Matt will be discussing psychometric [...]

WestmoreJacobs’ Briefing: Dismissing Ill or Injured Employees

Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

This briefing will discuss the do's and don't's of dismissing employees who have become incapable of performing their job due to injury or illness. We will also provide practical strategies employers and HR Managers can use to protect themselves from successful claims of unfair dismissal, general protections or discrimination in these situations. This seminar is complimentary. Drinks and [...]

CPD Seminar for Commercial Lawyers: Transfer of Business under the Fair Work Act

This CPD seminar is designed to provide commercial lawyers with a deeper understanding of the employment law implications regarding transfer of business under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). This seminar will: examine case studies regarding when a transfer of business occurs; discuss how employment entitlements and industrial instruments can transfer over; and provide you with [...]

CPD Seminar for Commercial Lawyers: Changes in Employment Law

Level 30, 35 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

This CPD seminar is designed to provide an overview of some key employment law changes from the past 3 years to legislation, Modern Awards and case law. The aim is to assist commercial lawyers advise their business owner clients. This seminar is complimentary and exclusive to commercial lawyers. Drinks and a light lunch will be [...]

Q&A Presentation: “Mental Health in the Workplace” with Chocolate & Wine

Join WestmoreJacobs and special guest, Peter Andrewartha, as we answer your questions regarding the intersection between mental health, the workplace, and the law. We are pleased to host Peter Andrewartha as our guest speaker. Peter is a Psychologist from MCA Group who specialises in creating high performing and healthy workplaces. Peter advocates for positive leadership, [...]

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