With the silly season in full swing, it’s a great time of year to celebrate and reward the great work that employees do throughout the year, although what happens though if an employee misbehaves?
Unfair Dismissal
Redundancies – Which Employees are Selected for Redundancy?
How can employers select employees for redundancies without exposing themselves to unfair dismissal claims?
$1.3 Million Payout
An Adverse Action Claim lodged on behalf of a drill rig operator who was wrongfully stood down from his employment, has led to Hail Creek Coal Pty Ltd being ordered by the Federal Court of Australia to pay almost $1.3 million in compensation to the worker.
Dismissal following Temporary Absence for Medical Surgery deemed Unfair
A recent decision of the Fair Work Commission (Mr Koichi Yokohata v Lidco Oregon Australia Pty Ltd [2015] FWC 5680) serves as a reminder that an employee’s temporary absence from work because of illness or injury is not a valid reason for their dismissal.
A “Heat of the Moment” – Resignation Requires Confirmation
The law surrounding unfair dismissal in Australia is plenty. Avenues are afforded to employees in order to ensure that their employment is not terminated harshly, unjustly or unreasonably.
Prosecution reliance on previous convictions: Case study Constable SJ Miers v Blewett [2013] QCA 23
A person’s criminal history can have a significant impact on many aspects of your daily life; from your ability to obtain visas to travel overseas, employment opportunities with both private and government agencies to restrictions for the possession of your firearms.
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Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024
Claiming an executor’s commission
Do’s and Don’ts for Separated Parents
Superannuation Death Benefits and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
50 years in Law
Five Decades, One Workplace: Mackay Woman Honoured for 50 Years in Law
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