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We discuss the relevant factors to be considered based on the Fair Work Act and the National Employment Standards.

A fair process must always be followed or a justified termination may be deemed unfair. Learn more here about one employer's experience.

The Fair Work Commission has rejected a worker’s claim that she was dismissed, after she resigned then tried to withdraw her resignation. Read about why the FWC found for the employer.

There are advantages and disadvantages to using voluntary redundancy as a way to downsize your workforce.  Here's what you need to know. 

An employee who is about to go on four weeks' annual leave has just resigned. Can you cancel the leave and make them work out the notice period?

Can you deduct the cost of recruitment from an employee's pay if they resign in the probation period? Learn more about recruitment and resignation here. 

Businesses need safe procedures and systems to protect all people related to the business. This case highlights that relying on experienced employees alone to devise a safe system is not enough.

The build-up of stress in the workplace can cause damaging effects on a person. Find out how to avoid a workers' compensation case of this nature.