Working it out

Paying properly for public holidays beats paying penalties if you don't, writes employment lawyer Lucia Vincent. 

With a new year we may see a few fresh faces at work. But before you invite that new employee to join your team, consider asking a few more questions.

Bullying hurts. Most know the sting of a hurtful jibe or playful punch.

Think it's OK to start your new business in your employer's time and poach the company's best customers? Think again, says employment lawyer Lucia Vincent.