Engaging independent contractors

Legislative changes in 2024 has re-complicated this area of law, with businesses facing real risks in relation to managing the use of independent contractors, particularly if their documentation is inadequate. The ACA’s IR advisor, Tom Earls from Fair Work Lawyers, has written a comprehensive explainer. Log in to read more about independent contractors and what employers need to know.
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The matters in this article are necessarily general in nature and specific advice must be sought for specific circumstances. This is of particular importance in this field given that it is inherently uncertain and necessarily nuanced. For more information, contact Fair Work Lawyers.