General Protections Under the Fair Work Act


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The general protections provisions of the Fair Work Act (Part 3-1) are intended to protect workplace rights, promote freedom of association and provide protection from workplace discrimination. Written by lawyers experienced in the field, General Protections Under the Fair Work Act is a single volume resource uniquely focused entirely upon Part 3-1 and providing guidance for legal practitioners and HR professionals who deal with proposing, issuing or responding to claims under the Act. The authors give detailed consideration to examine the legislative provisions underpinning each of the causes of action which exist under Part 3-1; examine the relevant case law; and analyse the relief available under the Act. Features ¿ A single resource on employment law protections ¿ Provides analysis and guidance ¿ Practical focus




The Fair Labor Standards Act


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Beginning with background perspective on the Fair Labor Standards Act--and ending with specific litigation issues & strategies--here is your one-source reference to the FLSA & its complex legal applications in today's workplace. A team of eminent specialists from the ABA Section of Labor & Employment Law's Federal Labor Standards Legislation Committee gives you insights & tactics including: . history & coverage of the FLSA . what constitutes a violation of the Act . exemptions to the law--including white-collar jobs & other statutory exemptions . how to determine compensable hours, minimum wage, & overtime compensation . special issues for federal & state workers . proper recordkeeping procedures . consequences for retaliation by employers . enforcement of the law--and remedies for violations . emerging & volatile topics including child labor, homework, hot goods violations, & much more . plus specific litigation strategies to meet nearly any challenge you may face in handling cases affected by the FLSA.




Australian Fair Work Act 2009


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Consolidated to 12 January 2010, this book provides all regulations and Fair Work Australia Rules 2009 [Interim] for the practical operation of Australia's workplace relations system.




United States Code


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Basic Guide to the National Labor Relations Act


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Quick Reference Card - Anti-Discrimination Law in the Workplace


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Quick Reference Card - Anti-Discrimination Law in the Workplace, written by senior lecturer Dr Paul Harpur, provides an easy-to-follow and practical guide to the most important principles of Australian anti-discrimination law in the workplace. This Quick Reference Card makes an ideal study aid for both classroom and exam use, and is an excellent quick-reference tool for both law and business students, as well as professionals working in the field. This card provides an introduction to workplace discrimination and rights, covers the human rights jurisdiction as well as the industrial relations jurisdiction, and discusses the enforcement of relevant anti-discrimination laws. Features Concise summary of workplace anti-discrimination law in in Australia References to relevant cases and legislation Bold headings and colour coded boxes structure the subject Related Titles Foster, Workplace Health and Safety Law in Australia, 2nd ed, 2016Harpur, Quick Reference Card - Work Health and Safety, 2016







Domestic Service Employees


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Understanding the Fair Work Act


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Summary: "Understanding the Fair Work Act is a concise guide to the workplace relations system delivered by the Federal Labor Government. This title includes essential information on the latest IR changes, such as the National Employment Standards, modern awards and collective bargaining. Providing and explanation of the Fair Work Act 2009 and important recent case law, this practical guides gives an authoritative insight into our ever changing workplace relations system."--Publisher description.