Liability of responsible franchisor entities and holding companies under the Fair Work Act | Practical Law

Liability of responsible franchisor entities and holding companies under the Fair Work Act | Practical Law

This note examines the liability of certain franchisors and holding companies under section 558B of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), as amended by the Fair Work Amendment (Protecting Vulnerable Workers) Act 2017 (Cth). It considers some of the key concepts including the meaning of significant influence or control, the level of knowledge required for liability and the reasonable steps defence. It also outlines the possible orders for breaches of these provisions.

Liability of responsible franchisor entities and holding companies under the Fair Work Act

Practical Law ANZ Practice Note w-010-4561 (Approx. 20 pages)

Liability of responsible franchisor entities and holding companies under the Fair Work Act

by Practical Law Employment
Maintained • Australia, Federal
This note examines the liability of certain franchisors and holding companies under section 558B of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), as amended by the Fair Work Amendment (Protecting Vulnerable Workers) Act 2017 (Cth). It considers some of the key concepts including the meaning of significant influence or control, the level of knowledge required for liability and the reasonable steps defence. It also outlines the possible orders for breaches of these provisions.