March 19, 2026 | Walsh Legal Group

Employer Obligations at Christmas Parties

The festive season is a great opportunity to celebrate, but it’s important to be mindful of employer obligations at Christmas parties, particularly given that work Christmas party locations can be considered part of the workplace under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). This means employer obligations may apply, even if the event is off-site or outside normal […]

Did you know you can be held personally liable for employment decisions?

Employment Law / Walsh Legal group

Under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (FW Act), individuals who are “involved in” contraventions of civil remedy provisions can be held personally liable for employment decisions. Section 550 of the FW Act establishes the principle of accessorial liability, which holds individuals accountable for their involvement in breaches of workplace laws. This provision is derived from the

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