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The Fair Work Commission recently ruled that an employer's claims of insubordination were insufficient to justify dismissing an employee. The Commission's investigation revealed that the dismissal was harsh, unjust, and unreasonable.

Business travel policies can be complex, especially if staff do a lot of overseas travel. Read here about what a policy should contain, what factors it should take into account, and how to manage compliance. 

Mention ‘dyslexia’ and people often it’s an issue for kids with learning difficulties. But dyslexia affects adults too. It can remain a challenge throughout life and can be a major barrier when it comes to employment.

Planning to close over the Christmas/New Year period? It's time to start planning. Read more about shutdowns here.

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.

The Fair Work Commission ruled that a text message composed using ChatGPT to terminate a legal assistant's employment was a termination at the employer's initiative, not abandonment, as the employee was legitimately on leave.

A mobile phone policy provides guidelines on the appropriate use of phones in the workplace. Learn more about mobile phone policies here. 

How do you work out whether a worker’s employment period qualifies them for protection against unfair dismissal? Check out the FWC’s decision where this was the focus of an unfair dismissal claim.

When a casual worker believed her employer had contravened the general protections by dismissing her after an absence from work, the employer objected. Read why the FWC supported the worker’s claim.