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Out of hours behaviour not work-related: dismissal unfair
Can you sack someone for what they do in their own time? Not necessarily. Read about a case where the employer sacked a man caught drink driving, then had to reinstate him.
Employer at fault after forced resignation: FWC
When deciding whether a worker jumped or was pushed, the outcome turned on the words used in a crucial conversation. This was where the employer went wrong.
Refusal to sign less favourable employment contract resulted in unfair dismissal
A Business Development Manager refused to sign a new contract with less favourable terms and was dismissed. The Fair Work Commission found that the dismissal was unfair, awarding him $42,552 in compensation.
Employee quits during redundancy notice period
What happens if an employee resigns during a redundancy notice period? Would they still be entitled to a payout?
Do you pay super on cashed out annual leave?
Is cashed out annual leave considered ordinary time earnings when calculating the superannuation guarantee employer contribution?
Should redundancy pay include pro-rata bonus payment?
If an employee leaves part-way into the year, do they receive a pro-rata amount of their annual bonus in their redundancy pay?
Demotion as discipline – is it permitted?
Can we demote someone if their performance isn't satisfactory?
When is an employment contract 'frustrated'?
Sometimes an unexpected event can mean the terms of a contract cannot be fulfilled. Learn more here about frustration of employment contracts.
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