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LAW & ORDER
Workplace rights and general protections
LAW & ORDER with Anthony McDonnell of McDonnell Schroder
As a worker , you have rights regardless of your job title or salary . The law protects these rights so that if you are mistreated or experience discrimination , help is available .
General employee protections exist to protect employees from adverse action because they have exercised one of their workplace rights , like the right to :
• Take personal leave , like carer ’ s leave , sick leave or maternity leave
• Request flexible working arrangements
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• Make a complaint under workplace laws . It also protects workers against discrimination because of race , colour , gender , age , beliefs , mental disability , marital status , pregnancy , political opinion , or social origin . An employer cannot take
Cybersecurity : is it important to your business ?
with Katherine Hawes Principal Solicitor Digital Age Lawyers
Think about how many times a day you use digital technology in your business and personal lives . If the answer is multiple times a day , then there are some key things you need to consider keeping your data , information and devices secure .
The daily conundrum Most business people ’ s typical day starts with a foray into digital land as we check our business messages , social media for new clients , emails to ascertain the new priorities for today , our calendars to reorganise appointments and our internal systems to obtain client information on mobile technology .
Do not forget other people are also accessing your client data to manage their businesses . Consider what is going out on social media networks that may impact your business and personal security . Be careful about posting business trips , leaving town on holidays and particularly the destination as well as locations that highlight your customers who can be poached .
Cyber attackers rely on human error Each year in Australia there are thousands of cyber breaches to businesses . Hackers rely only partly on their security-penetration skills .
an adverse action against you for exercising your workplace rights . An adverse action may be terminating your employment , injuring you , discriminating against you or changing your job to your disadvantage .
You might be protected as an employee or an employer , a prospective employee , an independent contractor or subcontractor , or union members .
If you believe your worker ’ s rights have been breached , you may be able to lodge a complaint with the Fair Work Ombudsman or the Fair Work Commission .
It is important to remember that strict time limits apply ( usually 21 days ) to employment claims and complaints under general protections laws . If you are not sure what steps you should take or what you need to do next , it ’ s important to seek legal advice quickly .
If you need legal advice from a professional , contact McDonnell Schroder on 9622 1155 .
This article is written in a general nonspecific manner . Always contact your solicitor for specific legal advice .
The other thing they need are regular people making mistakes .
These attacks are becoming more advanced and sophisticated , training is mission-critical to minimise human error from the cyberattack equation . Don ’ t open suspicious emails , give out details on the phone , respond to the robomarketer or use unsecured technology .
Basic security for your business We all know not to click on suspicious emails , open that new friend request from an existing friend on Facebook and be sceptical of the new robo-marketer .
However , enhancing your businesses cybersecurity requires a concentrated effort . Today our websites have automatic reminders to clients about our privacy and terms and conditions of use but how then do we remind ourselves , employees and thirdparty partners of the importance of cybersecurity management ?
Security know-how can advance you in your existing job While it may appear resource intensive to manage your business ’ digital security , a security breach will cost you downtime , time out of your business and dollars to repair the issue . However , the most important consideration is brand reputation . Imagine if in your marketplace , your business was known to have breached the privacy of customers or employees . If you would like assistance in becoming cyber-secure , please call our team on 02 8858 3211 .
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