Closing Loopholes Reforms Explained | Fair Work Changes Every Employer Must Know

Australia's Closing Loopholes reforms have introduced some of the most significant changes to employment law in decades. In this video, Damin Murdock, Principal Lawyer at Leo Lawyers, explains the key changes introduced by the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 and the Closing Loopholes No. 2 Act 2024, and what they mean for Australian employers. The video covers the new Right to Disconnect, changes to casual employment and the Employee Choice Pathway, the revised approach to distinguishing employees from independent contractors, new protections for gig economy workers, the criminalisation of intentional wage theft, the Same Job, Same Pay regime for labour-hire workers, and strengthened workplace delegates' rights. Whether you operate a small business or a large organisation, these reforms may affect your employment contracts, workplace policies, payroll systems, contractor arrangements, and compliance obligations. If you require advice on Fair Work compliance, employment contracts, contractor arrangements, workplace policies, or employment disputes, contact Leo Lawyers. Leo Lawyers is a commercial law firm situated in Sydney, Australia. Our services include commercial and corporate law, technology law, building and construction law and litigation. For more information, please visit www.leolawyers.com.au or contact us at [email protected] or on +61 2 8201 0051.