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.Gov | Employer obligations

Legal obligations in your state or territory

Useful guides, information and resources in your state or territory on legal obligations. Read more

Insurance

It's your responsibility as an employer to maintain certain insurance, including workers compensation and public liability. Read more

Paperwork

Good business records help you manage your business and make sound business decisions. They are also useful if you want to sell your business. Read more

Staff health & safety

As a small business owner you have certain rights and responsibilities regarding health and safety in your workplace. Read more

Legal obligations

Your obligations to employees and other workers come from a variety of sources - federal, state/territory laws, industrial awards and agreements, tribunal decisions and contracts of employment (whether they are written or verbal). Read more

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