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What are non-disclosure agreements?

A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) – or confidentiality clause – restricts disclosure of certain information. In workplace sexual harassment matters, this may include:

  • settlement payment amounts
  • details of the alleged conduct
  • the complaint or investigation process.

NDAs may be:

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Labour hire arrangements

A labour hire arrangement involves a law practice, government department or private company hiring a lawyer through a labour hire agency. In this setup, the agency acts as the direct employer, handling tasks like recruitment and payroll.

The labour hire agency then assigns the lawyer to the host employer’s workplace, where they perform specific roles or tasks. These arrangements offer a host employer flexibility in adapting to changing workloads while gaining access to skilled legal professionals.

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How we assess if your bill is fair and reasonable

You can usually talk to your lawyer first about any concerns you have about your bill. They can explain their fees and charges in more detail, or they may offer you a remedy.

If you are not satisfied with your lawyer’s response after speaking to them, you can contact us for assistance.

We will let you know if we can help you or explain other options that may be available to you. This could include working with you and your lawyer to agree an outcome.

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