The Risk of Sham Contracting: Independent Contractors vs. Employees

What’s the difference between independent contractors and employees? The truth is that handling different types of employment agreements can be challenging, and it's frequently difficult to distinguish between employees and contractors. Have you unknowingly exposed yourself to large underpayment risks and other substantial penalties? Our expert-guided webinar where we will dive deep into the critical areas that can make or break your business, such as employment agreements, sham contracting, and the serious implications of wage theft.

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In this event, we will address

Updates on the latest employment status clarifications, helping you understand the nuances of employee and contractor relationships

Harsher civil penalties for underpayments and wage theft, how you can remain compliant and avoid costly mistakes

New rules surrounding casual employment, including conversion rights and how to correctly classify workers

Essential elements of compliant employment contracts – from minimum requirements to best practice inclusions

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What distinguishes employees, casual workers, and independent contractors? Does your company make use of all three? Significant changes have been made to Australia's employment legislation by the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) 2024. Understanding these changes is essential for employers and small business owners to stay compliant in 2025.

You'll gain crucial insights into how these changes will impact your business, with practical guidance on compliance, risk mitigation, and strategic adaptation.

Don't miss our live Q&A session where you can get direct answers to your specific workplace challenges from our employment relations experts.

In our webinar we will discuss:

Contractor and Employee Rights: In-depth exploration of the new employee versus contractor tests, increased rights for independent contractors, and the practical implications of these changes for businesses across various industries
Underpayments and Wage Theft: Deep dive into the new stricter penalties for wage theft, including practical guidance on preventing compliance risks
Casual Employment and Worker Classification: New rules surrounding casual employment, including conversion rights and how to correctly classify workers in the modern workplace
Compliance Fundamentals: Essential elements of compliant employment contracts – from minimum requirements to best practice inclusions

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

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