Written by leading academic labour lawyers, The Law of Work, now in its second edition, presents a principled approach to its subject matter and offers a re-evaluation of the nature, scope, and importance of employment and labour law. It continues to be the most insightful, critical and up-to-date text in this area.

The book reflects the authors’ conviction that social and economic context is of critical importance to an understanding of the law. Its major themes of contract and co-operation, work and social citizenship, and freedom of association provide the basis for the analysis and critique of the most significant tribunal decisions, cases, and legislative provisions.

Part 1: Work, Law and Context
1. The Law of Work
2. The Law of Work in the Global Era
3. Australian Law of Work in Transition
4. The Subject of the Law of Work

Part 2: Contract and Cooperation
5. Work Relations and the Limits of Contract
6. Rights and Responsibilities under Contract

Part 3: Standards and Rights
7. Work Standards
8. Equality and Diversity at Work
9. Security at Work

Part 4: Freedom of Association
10. Freedom of Association at Work
11. Collective Bargaining

Part 5: Dispute Resolution and Enforcement
12. Dispute Resolution and Enforcement

Extended contents available in the book

Professor Rosemary Owens – Professor, School of Law, The University of Adelaide and an Officer of the Order of Australia

Joellen Riley – Professor of Labour Law, Sydney Law School, The University of Sydney

Jill Murray – Associate Professor, School of Law, La Trobe University