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Employer can’t “revive” a resignation after parties have agreed to continue employment
The Fair Work Commission ruled that an employer could not unilaterally "accept" an employee's earlier resignation after both parties had agreed to continue the employment under new flexible arrangements.
Three Examples Of Serious Misconduct Justified Dismissal
The Fair Work Commission upheld the dismissal of an employee for three serious misconduct incidents, finding the dismissal procedurally fair and valid.
The redundancy process explained
Effectively managing redundancies is critical. By carefully planning, executing, and evaluating the process, employers can minimise the impact on all parties involved.
Leave in advance: is deduction from final pay allowed?
Where do you stand when an employee has taken leave in advance but then termination of employment occurs.
Dismissal for Management Complaints Leads to $130k Payout
An employee dismissed after complaining about management received $130,000 compensation for adverse action. The employer failed to prove the dismissal was not due to the employee's complaints.
Deciding To Retrench Employee While On Leave Breached Award Consultation Requirements
A small business unfairly dismissed an employee by making her redundant during her leave without prior consultation, breaching award requirements. The Fair Work Commission awarded her compensation for the lack of consultation.
Dodgy Attendance Records And Unfair Process Result In $46,000 Compensation
Reliance on dodgy attendance records plus lack of procedural fairness led to unfair dismissal.
Dodgy Attendance Records And Unfair Process Result In $46,000 Compensation
Reliance on dodgy attendance records plus lack of procedural fairness led to unfair dismissal.
Employer fined $25K for adverse action
An employer was fined $25,000 for unlawfully terminating a Learning and Development Manager after he raised workplace concerns. The Federal Court found the dismissal constituted adverse action, awarding the employee $130,000 in compensation.
Retracting a redundancy
Can we retract a redundancy notice if circumstances change? Read on to find out whether it is possible.