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Being harassed by a coworker?
#YourQuestionsAnswered If the behaviour of a coworker is unreasonable, unfair or is affecting you, then it might be time to raise it with...
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Should I have been paid for ANZAC Day?
#YourQuestionsAnswered It was a Public Holiday yesterday, so should you be paid? Working on Public Holidays? You're entitled to be paid...
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What do I do if my employer won't pay me?
#YourQuestionsAnswered If your pay hasn't come through as expected, you might be a bit stressed. Here's some suggestions of what might...
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Why is there a Minimum Wage in Aotearoa New Zealand?
#yourquestionsanswered With minimum wage set to rise at the start of April, we've had a few questions about why we have a minimum wage...
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What is "constructive dismissal"
#yourquestionsanswered What does constructive dismissal look like in the workplace? Constructive dismissal in New Zealand occurs when an...
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What does 'good faith' mean in an employment relationship?
#yourquestionsanswered Good faith is something we hear about a lot, but what does it actually mean? In employment law, good faith refers...
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What is an employment law advocate?
#yourquestionsanswered What is an advocate? An employment law advocate provides support for employees facing workplace challenges....
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What should I be paid on public holidays?
#yourquestionsanswered Answers to whether your employer has to give you a day in lieu if you work on a public holiday and more... Working...
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Can an employer refuse to pay me sick leave?
#yourquestionsanswered If you're sick, does your employer have to pay you? In New Zealand, sick leave is a fundamental right for...
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Your Employer's Health & Safety Obligations to you
#yourquestionsanswered Your employer has a duty to do everything practicable to keep you safe in your employment. On April 4, 2016, the...
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What does the Employment Relations Act do?
#yourquestionsanswered There are the minimum employment rights that you are entitled to. These are outlined in the Employment Relations...
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What is the Employment Relations Authority (ERA)?
#yourquestionsanswered Who makes decisions about employment disputes? The Employment Relations Authority (ERA) helps provide resolution...
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What is 'gardening leave'?
#yourquestionsanswered What does it mean to be put on gardening leave, and do you have to agree? Garden leave is when an employee retains...
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What does workplace stress look like?
#yourquestionsanswered Stress can look different on everyone, but you are the best person to know if something isn't right. Here's some...
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Can an employer suspend me from work?
#yourquestionsanswered Suspensions, stand downs, "special leave' - if you're being prevented from working then this may not be lawful....
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I'm being bullied, what do I do?
#yourquestionsanswered Workplace bullying: it's a crucial issue that affects many employees. We understand the significance of this...
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What happens in mediation?
#yourquestionsanswered Mediation can feel a bit nerve-wracking but here's a bit of a lowdown on what to expect. Want to know more? Find...
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What is mediation?
#yourquestionsanswered Mediation is a key aspect of employment law in New Zealand, as it provides a way for employers and employees to...
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