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In a recent case involving online trading platform Bartercard, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) approved the request to reduce the redundancy payouts of five former Business Development Managers who refused reasonable alternative employment.

Are shift workers paid for a public holiday if they aren't rostered to work on that day?

HR practitioners are generally at a disadvantage compared to larger unions in cases where strong advocacy skills and experience are required, the Fair Work Commission says.

A dispute over whether an employee behaved aggressively toward a doctor at a work-authorised medical examination has been resolved in favour of the employee.

A church worker sacked for obtaining a COVID-19 vaccination can pursue her unfair dismissal claim, after the Fair Work Commission ruled she was an employee.

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has created a working from home claim shortcut to make it easier for workers who have moved to remote work.

When making a role redundant, employers need to ensure the redundancy is genuine. Read this case about a redundancy dispute. 

During an economic downturn, can employers stand down employees? Find out more about your obligations as an employer during challenging times here.

Are employees who are transferred to a new employer subject to another probation period? Read more here about minimum periods of employment.

What entitlements are due if part-time staff regularly work on Sundays?