Employment

15 May Employee or Contractor?: A Real-life Case Study

Posted at 10:57h in Employment by Michael Kim 0 Comments

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Ever found yourself in a work situation that didn't quite match your job title? You might be classified as an 'independent contractor', but the actual working conditions resemble those of an employee. If this rings a bell, you're not alone. Let's delve into a real-life...

11 Oct Parking warden to pay AT $11.5k after dispute

Posted at 23:12h in Employment, Personal Grievance by Michael Kim 0 Comments

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A rightful instruction by your employer is a mandate, basis on which you may be disciplined if not properly followed. But can you be fired if you express your view on your employer's instruction without actually breaching it? Here's an interesting ERA case that says...

22 May Crackdown on Disgraceful Employers’ Migrant Exploitation

Posted at 12:54h in Employment, Immigration by Michael Kim 0 Comments

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A stringent new law has come into effect last Friday in an effort to crack down the greedy employers taking advantage of the vulnerable migrant workers, who are in New Zealand unlawfully or on a temporary Visa. If found guilty under this new law, the employers may...