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Does long service leave accrue during workers comp?
Whether or not you accrue long service leave while on workers comp depends on several factors.
Employee dismissed for evading a D&A test
A forklift driver was dismissed after allegedly evading a drug and alcohol test, claiming an urgent need to leave due to a medical incident. The Fair Work Commission ruled the dismissal was justified.
Does a garnishee order apply to termination payments?
Can employers deduct amounts from an employee's termination pay if a garnishee order is in place? Read more about termination payments here.
Sick on an RDO – can leave be claimed?
What if employees are sick on their rostered day off – are they entitled to paid personal/carer's leave? Read more about RDOs and leave entitlements.
Stress of WFH takes toll on paralegal
Working from home can take its toll on employees. The Fair Work Commission found it impacted this worker's mental health and performance.
What happens if you breach Victoria's health and safety rules?
Every employer needs to prioritise safety in the workplace. If you don’t, there will be consequences.
Club Loses Appeal Against Unfair Dismissal Finding In ‘stolen’ Drink Case
The Fair Work Commission has dismissed a club’s appeal against an unfair dismissal finding after they alleged an employee had stolen a drink, and sacked her. Read why the club lost the appeal.
Understand the new right to disconnect laws
From 26 August 2024, employees will have the right to disconnect from work communications outside of working hours. Learn what this means for employers and how to prepare for these changes.
Right To Disconnect: Could Paying An 'availability Allowance' Be The Solution?
The upcoming Right to Disconnect Bill has received both praise and criticism. While there are undeniable benefits, there are also equally significant challenges that threaten the viability of the initiative.
Employer in the wrong after dismissal by expedited redundancy
When a worker complained, took leave and put in a workers comp claim, the employer brought forward his redundancy. Read why the court found the employer unlawfully took adverse action for prohibited reasons.