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All Tied Up - things to consider when signing a contract with a Restraint of Trade clause.
Things to think about if your new contract has a restraint of trade clause.
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Over before it has begun... dismissal during your 90 day trial.
How to tell if your employment rights have been breached when dismissed on a 90 day trial.
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12 reasons an employer CAN'T dismiss you.
Understanding your employment rights - here are 12 things your employer can't dismiss you for.
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What? When? How? Who? What questions an employer can - and can't - ask you.
What are your rights when it comes to questions your employer (or potential employer) can or can't ask you?
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Don't let your end-of-year party be the end... do's and don'ts of work Christmas parties.
What not to do at end-of-year work Christmas parties.
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Keeping Things Casual... Understanding your rights as a Casual Employee in New Zealand.
The rights of casual employees can be misunderstood or overlooked. Know your rights as a casual worker to ensure you are treated fairly.
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Time to say goodbye - what happens after you hand in your resignation?
Understanding your rights and obligations when you hand in your resignation.
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Decoding Paycheck Deductions: What's Fair Game for Your Employer?
Understanding what deductions your employer can legally make from your paycheck and when your consent is required.
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Getting a Fair Go: understanding unjustified disadvantage and what to do when it happens to you.
Understand what unfair disadvantage means, what it can look like, and what to do when it is happening to you.
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Understanding Workplace Bullying...what it is and what it isn't.
A quick guide on understanding what is, and what isn't, workplace bullying.
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Congratulations - you have a new job! What you need to know before you sign your employment contract.
Your employment contract is a legally binding document that sets out your rights and obligations, so reviewing it carefully is crucial.
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Navigating Personal Grievances: What Every Employee Should Understand Before Filing a Complaint
What you need to know if you are thinking of making a complaint at work.
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Are you being performance managed? How to tell if your performance improvement plan (PIP) is fair.
How to determine if your performance improvement plan is fair.
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"So... why did you leave your last job?" Interview tips after being dismissed.
Questions about why you left your previous job can be stressful. Be prepared for what to say when an interviewer asks 'why did you leave?'
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Can an employer deduct from your wages?
nlawful wage deductions can significantly impact your finances and well-being. Understanding when an employer can deduct from your wages and
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How many breaks should I get at work?
In New Zealand, there are laws in place to make sure employees are all getting the rest and meal breaks they're entitled to at work....
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Being harassed by a coworker?
#YourQuestionsAnswered If the behaviour of a coworker is unreasonable, unfair or is affecting you, then it might be time to raise it with...
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Should I have been paid for ANZAC Day?
#YourQuestionsAnswered It was a Public Holiday yesterday, so should you be paid? Working on Public Holidays? You're entitled to be paid...
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And another win for our clients!
#ERAsuccess A recent Employment Relations Authority win for our team and our client. Very few of our cases end up in the ERA as most...
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What do I do if my employer won't pay me?
#YourQuestionsAnswered If your pay hasn't come through as expected, you might be a bit stressed. Here's some suggestions of what might...
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