Need help with employment law? Get free, instant AI guidance

While free legal advice from qualified lawyers is limited, several options exist:

• Community legal centres offer free initial consultations

• Legal Aid provides services for eligible individuals

• Some law firms offer pro bono services or free first consultations

• Fair Work Commission provides information but not personalised advice

For a free starting point, LawConnect offers immediate legal information to help you understand your situation before deciding if you need legal advice.

The Fair Work Commission provides general information about workplace rights and responsibilities but does not offer personalised legal advice. They can help you understand award entitlements and the claims process for issues like unfair dismissal, but cannot advise on your specific case strategy. For immediate information about your workplace situation, our smart legal assistant can help you understand the relevant principles before you decide whether to contact the Fair Work Commission.

LawConnect helps employees understand their workplace rights by providing quick, accessible information about entitlements, protections, and options when issues arise. For example, if you've been dismissed, our AI guide can explain unfair dismissal criteria, timeframes for making claims, and potential compensation. If you're experiencing harassment, it can outline protection laws and reporting options. This gives you a clearer understanding of your position before deciding next steps, all without legal costs or waiting for appointments.

As an employer, LawConnect helps you navigate your legal obligations and best practices for managing workplace relationships. Our AI-powered help can provide information about proper termination processes, responding to employee claims, workplace policy requirements, and compliance with Fair Work obligations. This helps you make informed decisions to reduce legal risks while creating fair workplace environments. When complex situations arise requiring legal advice, we can connect you with specialist employment lawyers who understand business needs.

Yes, the LawConnect chat is completely free to use. There are no hidden fees, subscription costs, or limits on how many questions you can ask. We believe everyone should have access to legal information without financial barriers. If you later decide you need personalised legal advice from a qualified lawyer, the lawyer should explain any potential costs before you commit to anything.

Our AI assistant provides information based on publicly available established Australian employment law principles and is regularly updated to reflect current legislation. However, every workplace situation has unique aspects that may affect how legal principles apply. While the information is designed to be helpful and informative, it cannot account for every detail of complex situations. For definitive guidance on your specific circumstances, a qualified employment lawyer can provide personalised advice and we can help connect you to one.

Employers in Australia have rights including:

• Setting reasonable work requirements and performance standards

• Taking disciplinary action when policies are breached

• Terminating employment with proper process and valid reasons

• Protecting business interests through reasonable restraints

• Directing how, when and where work is performed

These rights come with corresponding obligations to provide safe workplaces, follow fair procedures, and comply with employment legislation including the Fair Work Act. LawConnect's AI assistant can help employers understand their rights in specific situations.

Unfair treatment in Australian workplaces includes actions that violate employment laws or breach employment contracts. This may include underpayment, excessive or unreasonable work demands, bullying, harassment, discrimination based on protected attributes, unfair dismissal, or denial of legal entitlements like leave. Not all unpleasant workplace experiences constitute legally unfair treatment. LawConnect's AI assistant can help you understand if what you're experiencing meets legal definitions and what options may be available.

If you believe you're being treated unfairly at work:

1. Document incidents with dates, times, and details

2. Check your workplace policies for internal complaint procedures

3. Consider discussing the issue with your manager or HR department

4. Seek information about your legal rights and options

5. Determine if the issue falls under Fair Work Commission jurisdiction

6. Consider whether you need legal advice for your specific situation

LawConnect's AI assistant can help you understand these steps in relation to your particular circumstances and provide information about relevant timeframes and processes. It can also connect you to a lawyer if you need further advice.

Several resources can help you understand your workplace rights:

• LawConnect's AI assistant provides immediate, free legal information

• Fair Work Ombudsman offers information about minimum entitlements

• Community legal centres provide free basic legal assistance

• Unions offer support and advice to members

• Employment lawyers provide personalised legal advice

For most people, starting with free information from LawConnect's AI assistant helps clarify their situation before deciding if they need more specialised support.

If your situation requires speaking with a lawyer, LawConnect can connect you with experienced employment law specialists. After using our AI assistant, you may decide you need personalised legal advice. You can request a quote and we'll match you with a lawyer suited to your specific circumstances. Before any commitment, you should receive clear information about potential costs and what to expect. The decision to proceed is always yours, with no obligation or pressure.