Stewart's Guide to Employment Law explains the ways in which employment relationships are regulated—how employment laws are made, whom they affect, what duties they impose, and how those duties can be enforced. Written by one of Australia’s leading authorities, it offers clear, concise, and topical analysis of this complex area of law. It explains the effect of the controversial "Work Choices" reforms and also outlines the changes that the newly elected Rudd Government is proposing to make in 2008.

The book is designed to meet the needs of students, teachers, and practitioners in the fields of industrial relations and human resources. Lawyers and labour law students will also find it a valuable introduction to the field.

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1: Employment Law: An Introduction
CHAPTER 2: The Development and Coverage of Employment Laws in Australia
CHAPTER 3: Who is an Employee?
CHAPTER 4: Special Types of Employment
CHAPTER 5: Creating an Employment Relationship
CHAPTER 6: The Terms of an Employment Contract
CHAPTER 7: Awards
CHAPTER 8: Workplace Agreements
CHAPTER 9: Dispute Resolution and Enforcement of Employment Laws
CHAPTER 10: Remuneration
CHAPTER 11: Working Hours and Leave
CHAPTER 12: Control, Performance Management and Discipline
CHAPTER 13: Loyalty, Confidentiality and Privacy
CHAPTER 14: Discrimination and Victimisation
CHAPTER 15: Workplace Safety
CHAPTER 16: Termination of Employment Contracts
CHAPTER 17: Remedies for Wrongful or Unfair Termination
CHAPTER 18: Industrial Action