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Employment & Industrial law

Facing unfair dismissal, discrimination, or underpayment at work?
You're not alone.

Segelov Taylor Lawyers principal, David Taylor is an accredited specialist in employment and industrial law.

We are experts who fight for the rights of employees, workers, and unions. We provide compassionate, clear advice to help you navigate your workplace issue and achieve justice.

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The first step is understanding your rights and options. We offer a 100% free, confidential case assessment to provide you with the clarity and direction you need.

During this no-obligation consultation, we can talk on the phone, or travel to your home or hospital and:

  • Listen carefully to understand the details of your situation.
  • Explain your legal standing and the potential pathways forward in plain English.
  • Provide an honest evaluation of your claim’s strengths and estimated value.
  • Outline a clear strategy, including the legal process and transparent costs, if you choose to proceed.

There is no pressure and no obligation. This initial consultation is simply our commitment to empowering you with the knowledge needed to make an informed decision.

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Termination of Employment

Explore actions for unfair dismissal, adverse action and other unlawful termination claims
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Underpayments, Restraints & Complex Claims

Find out about complex employment law matters, such as underpayment of wages and commisisons, dealing with post employment obligations, and false and misleading representations
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Discrimination, Harrassment, Bullying and Unfair Treatment

Claims for unlawful discrimination, sex harrassment, workplace bullying and unfair treatment at work.
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Dealing with injuries from work

Dealing with ongoing injury and damage - TPD and Suppernnaution, Disability Discrimination and Resinstatement
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Segelov Taylor Lawyers principal, David Taylor is an accredited specialist in employment and industrial law.

David has extensive experience in all areas of employment and industrial law, having represented clients in the Fair Work Commission, as well as in all relevant Courts. He acted for a number of individuals in the Trade Union Royal Commission and for the Finance Sector Union in the Royal Commission into Banks. He has run a number of significant test cases including the first successful claim under the Independent Contractors Act.

With his wealth of experience, David focuses on providing clear, constructive and effective advice and representation.

Free Case Assessment

We offer a free initial case assessment.

We will obtain preliminary instructions from you and advise you whether we believe we are able to assist you in your matter. If we believe we may be able to assist you we will discuss with you the the process and the terms of which we can act (including the likely costs). The case assessment may be by phone, or in person. There is no cost associated with this case assessment, nor any obligation to instruct us in your matter.

You can contact Tanya Segelov, or David Taylor directly, or contact our office by phone, email or the web-chat to arrange your free case assessment.

Date and Time for Case assessment.

Fee policy

The terms on which we act in employment and industrial matters varies depending on the circumstances of each matter.

We do not act on a no win, no fee basis in employment law matters but we act in such matters on a variety of terms including (most commonly) on the basis of an hourly rate basis or a fixed fee.

We are committed, where possible, to ensuring that legal costs do not prevent people from enforcing their rights.  As part of the process of providing initial advice as to options we will have a conversation with you about our terms.  Find out more…

Common Questions

The terms on which we act in employment matters varies depending on the circumstances of each matter.  We act in such matters on normal fee basis and fixed fee (as well as a combination of the above).  As part of the process of providing initial advice as to options we will have a conversation with you about our terms.  Find out more…

The difference between an employee and an independent contractor is complex but can be crucial.  Minimum rates of pay, and many protections contained in the Modern Awards and  the Fair Work Act (including unfair dismissal protections) apply only to employees.  Taxation, superannuation and other payments may operate differently on employees and contractors.

Courts assess whether a person is an employee or a contractor by considering a variety of factors such as:

  • Degree of control over how work is performed – Employees are subject to a higher level of control than contractors.
  • Method of payment – employees are generally paid by reference to the hours they work, while contractors are often paid by reference to the tasks they perform.
  • Hours of work – employees are more likely to work defined hours while contractors are more likely to have a discretion as to when they work.
  • Tools and equipment – employees generally do not supply their own tools or equipment.
  • Tax – Contractors normally have an ABN and charge GST, while employees have PAYG tax deducted.
  • Manner of work or whether the work can be delegated or must be done personally – An employee is required to do the work themselves, while a contractor can often have someone else perform the work.
  • How the parties characterize the relationship – While not conclusive, whether the parties describe the relationship as being between a contractor or an employee is a consideration.

Please contact us for more information.

Adverse action is a term used in the Fair Work Act. Where adverse action is taken by an employer or principal contractor for a prohibited reason, it is unlawful. Adverse action includes the termination of employment, and any other action that causes a person detriment in their work. There are three classes of prohibited reasons: around the exercise of workplace rights, around the exercise of industrial rights (such as being a member of a union), and because of a characteristic a person has (such as being a woman). Unlike unfair dismissal claims, adverse action claims do not require a person to have been employed for more than 6 months, or to earn less than the high income threshold.
Employment is the contractual relationship between an employee and an employer. By definition, all employees have a contract of employment. The contract does not need to be in writing and can consist of oral terms, implied terms, as well as written ones. Not all terms and conditions that apply to employment will be reflected in the contract of employment. Terms of modern awards, enterprise agreements, and various statutes may also apply. These terms are not normally contractual. However, any other term (such as for example, a rate of pay in excess of the Award), will be contractual in nature. One of the tasks an employment lawyer performs is working out the terms of the contract of employment. Segelov Taylor can help assist in the drafting and reviewing of contractual terms, and restraint of trade disputes. Please contact us for more information.

Legal fees are tax deductible in matters related to employment in some, but not all cases.

The broad proposition is that fees paid in connection with the performance or maintenance of employment (such as for example underpayment claims) are deductible, while fees paid in connection with allegations about the termination of employment are not. You should obtain specific advice on whether your legal fees are deductible.

What clients say

I approached David regarding an issue that I thought I would have difficulty winning as the company we were dealing with is large and well-funded.

After the first consultation, I felt reassured after the first meeting with the other companies’ solicitor I knew I had made the right decision in having David represent me and glad David was on my side, I even felt slightly sorry for the other solicitor for about one second as David berated him and pursued him regarding the matter at hand.

I got everything I wanted and felt vindicated, having David in my corner made the difference although mild mannered and seemingly placid, once the discussion began, a dogged, fierce and aggressive person took over, coming out punching.

M.M

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Client Testimonials

Rated 5 out of 5

There would be little more to say than the professionalism/personal touch and the efficiency in detail within our case, was to say the least, extra ordinary and beyond those high expectations we set.

I say with confidence that the positive outcome Segelov Taylor achieved in my matter, would not have through any another firm, produced a better outcome.

The personal “hands-on” approach by Tanya Segolov and her team made you feel as though your case was the only matter at hand.

Thank you Tanya, and all, for your truly professional and caring handling that subsequently produced the outcome we achieved.

I have no reservations in recommending the legal firm Segelov Taylor to give anyone requiring legal services and representation in the areas of their expertise.

There were certainly no negatives during my associations, to the contrary, I feel privileged to have been part of their client base, and to have witnessed a positive outcome.

We all approach a legal firm with our own agenda, this company will make your agenda theirs, to the end.

CONGRATULATIONS! On your efforts.

Best regards, BM

BM

Early last year my father was diagnosed with mesothelioma following exposure to asbestos in the workplace over 50 years ago. After conducting thorough internet based research on the various legal firms who specialise in seeking compensation for this condition we made the choice to go with Segelov Taylor Lawyers, being the stand-out law firm. This was the best decision we could have made with a very successful and quick outcome, ideal given my father’s prognosis. He was able to achieve peace of mind in that he could receive any required care and also provide for my mother.

Tanya Segelov and Alex Crisp were able to bring excellent experience to this matter in a compassionate, efficient manner. The effortless way they were able to work with us, while being in another state made the whole process seamless. They were tenacious in securing a fast and just outcome for my father.
I cannot recommend Segelov Taylor Lawyers highly enough. They exceeded all of our expectations in a stress free, compassionate, and professional manner.

AL

Thank you again for your dedication and hard work on this case for us. Because of your experience and wisdom Mum is now able to afford the very best care in the last phase of her life and I’ll be forever grateful for that.

L

My father thanks you a lot and I also thank you for making this process smooth. With your encouragement and trust, you were able to get him much more. He still doesn’t believe it, but hopefully when he sees his balance in his bank account, it will sink in.

Thanks again.

M

Dear Tanya,

We would like to let you know how thankful our family is to have engaged such an experienced & knowledgeable lawyer to represent Leon in his mesothelioma case.

From our very first conversation & throughout the entire process you always treated Leon with the utmost respect & kindness. You kept us informed every step of the way & it was very obvious by the way you handled the final negotiations, that you have had many years of experience.

This is an extremely traumatic & devastating time in our family & as much as is possible, the outcome you achieved has helped ease the financial burden.

We have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending your company to anyone who finds themselves faced with this Asbestos induced tragedy.

C

We contacted Segelov Taylor Lawyers after they were recommended to us as experts in the area of asbestos.

On our first meeting all of my family were very impressed with the professionalism and expertise Tanya showed us. It was obvious from her questions and wisdom in this a particular area that she knew what she was talking about and reassured us that we did in fact have a case.

Throughout the months of research there was constant information and updates and regular emails and phone calls from Segelov Taylor Lawyers which reassured us throughout the whole process that we had employed the right lawyers.

Because of Tanya’s determination, dedication and advise we received a settlement that helped my mother pay for the very best care she needed as her health declined from her asbestos related cancer. My family and I will be forever grateful to Tanya and her team as it meant we could focus on spending time with my mother and organising the best one on one care for her until she passed.

L.F.

Dear Tanya
RE SEGELOV TAYLOR LAWYERS- DUST DISEASES CLAIM FOR MESOTHELIOMA
I just want to thank you very much for representing Serge in his Dust Diseases Claim. Although this journey isn’t a very happy one, we very much appreciate your guidance during the course of the claim.
We were very impressed with the way you handled the case from the very beginning when everything was very raw and we were still in shock and disbelief that he had been diagnosed with Mesothelioma. As he was still recovering from an operation, your home visits made our appointments with you so much easier.
Serge is very happy with the outcome and settlement of the claim and also wanted to pass on his thanks.
We would definitely recommend Segelov Taylor Lawyers to anyone who needed your expertise in the areas that you practice.
Once again, many thanks

db

I wish to express my appreciation for the assistance and support that was provided by your firm in settling my recent claim.

I was very impressed at our first meeting with the time taken to explain the process. This allowed me to submit my version of events, freely and without any form of prompting.

I would like to mention a special thank you to Kristy-Lee for the ongoing support that she provided in keeping me updated on how the case was proceeding and for the provision of relevant correspondence.

I am very pleased with the outcome and have no hesitation in referring others to your firm, for support in your areas of expertise.

I also intend visiting the online site to express my gratitude.

Thank you once again and I hope your firm has ongoing success in the support provided to clients.

X

At a devastating time in my life I met Tanya Segelov. My husband had just been diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma.

My husband and I both understood the need of a solicitor who understood the nature of the disease and legislation of the NSW government and the departments involved in this process.

Luckily I noticed an article in the daily telegraph reporting the story of a woman’s fight for justice and triumph for her husband who had suffered from a work related asbestos disease. Tanya Segelov was her solicitor.

I rang Segelov Taylor and advised how ill my husband was. Tanya visited him next day at home and clearly explained all rights we were entitled too. Plus the procedures involved with government and the Dust Disease Board. Unfortunately nearly all of Tanya’s business relations were involved in a hospital situation with my husband. Sympathy, compassion and professional integrity were displayed by Tanya and her staff at all times.

My husband passed away only six weeks after diagnosis. Through this terrible time Tanya never shirked her duty of care to me and obtained excellent outcomes for my family and I.

I can wholeheartedly recommend Tanya Segelov and her team to anyone with a dust related illness as I truly do not know how I would have coped without her knowledge, compassion and assistance.

S.B.

Segelov Taylor client Tony Biddle speaks about making a claim.

Tony Biddle speaks

07 March, 2020

I am a client of the Law Firm, SEGELOV TAYLOR and I am impressed by the professionalism shown by that firm, as they recently represented me in an action relating to a claim for workers’ compensation.

I am extremely satisfied with their attention to detail, regular feedback and prompt response to questions that I put to them.

Tanya (who acted for me in this case), was extremely helpful in all aspects of the proceedings, and patient with me if I was unsure of a certain point.

SEGELOV TAYLOR achieved an extremely satisfactory outcome for me.

I would be pleased to recommend SEGELOV TAYLOR to any prospective client.

 

GC

Tanya and her colleagues have done so much to get me through this awful sad time, but happy with the outcome.  I would highly recommend Segelov Taylor Lawyers to anyone in need of a sound lawyer

ED

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