New Restrictions on NDAs in Workplace Sexual Harassment Matters: What Victorian Employers Need to Know

Victoria has introduced significant new restrictions on the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in workplace sexual harassment matters, fundamentally changing how employers can approach confidentiality in complaints, investigations and settlement discussions. The new laws place greater control in the hands of complainants and introduce strict requirements that must be met before an NDA can be used.

In this FREE webinar, Nikola Prestia, Partner at HR Legal, will unpack the key features of the new regime and provide practical guidance on what employers need to do to remain compliant.

We will cover:

• When NDAs can and cannot be used in workplace sexual harassment matters.
• The mandatory pre-conditions that must be satisfied before an NDA is entered into.
• New obligations relating to information statements, review periods and employee choice.
• What information can still be kept confidential.
• The consequences of non-compliance and when an NDA may be unenforceable.
• A complainant’s right to terminate an NDA after 12 months.
• The impact of the new laws on investigations, settlement agreements and employment contracts.
• Practical steps employers can take to review their existing policies, templates and processes.

Whether you regularly manage workplace complaints or simply want to stay ahead of legal developments, this webinar will help you understand your obligations, minimise risk and navigate workplace sexual harassment matters with confidence.

Who should attend?
HR professionals, People & Culture teams, business owners, executives, managers, in-house counsel and anyone involved in handling workplace complaints, investigations and employee relations matters.

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