LAW4132

Law of employment 406 (6 points)

(LAW)

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Offered:
Not offered in 2004.

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this subject students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the individual components of the employment relationship as opposed to the relationship between organised groups of employers and employees. Students will understand the elements of a valid contract of employment and be able to identify and analyse the rights and duties of an employer and an employee under that contract. Students should be able to apply the legal principles to circumstances which give rise to termination and breach of contract and to identify, apply and critically analyse the appropriate remedies. Students should be able to recognise discrimination in employment and to apply the appropriate law.

Assessment: Written research assignment (3000 words): 30% + Class test/Final examination (2.5 hours): 70%

Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal Process, LAW2100 Contract