A court has found labour hire company WorkPac vicariously liable for injuries caused by its on-hire worker's negligence at a worksite, and liable to indemnify the host employer for its share of damages as well. read more
A Parliamentary committee has recommended introducing state-based labour hire licensing across Australia, extending employer obligations to host clients, and giving on-hire workers the right to negotiate and be covered by host collective agreements. read more
An employer has lost its appeal against paying workers' compensation to a driver it claimed to have engaged as an independent contractor. read more
New risks have emerged in the contingent labour space, for both on-hire companies and host employers. Watch this webcast to ensure your knowledge is up to date. read more
Adecco has been ordered to indemnify a client for a worker's injury, which occurred after its labour supply contract had formally lapsed. read more
Tight legal limits on what constitutes 'disruption' have the potential to ensnare hirers navigating the employee/contractor distinction in the gig economy, an employment lawyer warns. read more
Optus has won an appeal against paying nearly $3.9 million in damages to an on-hire worker who was almost thrown from a balcony during a training day at its site. read more
Recruiters shouldn't assume they can avoid personal liability if a hiring manager acts unlawfully during the selection process, warns an employment lawyer. read more
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