FWO drops legal case against Foodora despite saying it was “important” for courts to consider
The Fair Work Ombudsman has put a stopper in its litigation of collapsed food delivery company Foodora, saying it was unlikely to recoup entitlements.
“Impossible position”: Folau sacking case could change how employers deal with discrimination
Israel Folau's sacking could put employers in a difficult position if he wins his Federal Court bid.
Injured employee who was fired eight months after “slandering” boss wins $4,000 in compo
An injured employee has won a compo payment after he was fired for slagging off his boss eight months earlier.
“Significant disadvantage”: Minimum wage to increase 3% as umpire concedes some workers are doing it tough
The Fair Work Commission has increased the national minimum wage by 3%, effective July 1, 2019. As usual, the decision has upset interest groups.
An elbow in the waist: What is and isn’t bullying in the workplace
When employees clash it can sometimes result in accusations of discrimination. So where do you draw the line between disagreements and bullying?
Worker fired for refusing to use fingerprint sign-in wins appeal due to breached Privacy Act
A worker fired for refusing to give his fingerprints to his employer has won an appeal in a case that has potentially far-reaching implications.
Worker sacked after asking for pay rise wins $4,000 compo payout
A worker dismissed on the spot after a dispute over pay has won a compensation payout after a Fair Work Commission hearing.
“Domino effect”: Businesses warned about contractor arrangements in wake of unfair dismissal case
A recent Fair Work Commission case serves as a timely reminder about the possible dangers of poorly defined independent contractor relationships.
Business ordered to pay $40,000 compo bill to worker fired for alleged embezzlement
A worker who was fired for alleged embezzlement has won an appeal and will receive $40,000 in compensation from her former employer.
Worker fired for boozy Opera House drinks wins unfair dismissal bid against “false” allegations
A Sydney Opera House contractor will have to reinstate a worker after relying on "false" evidence and "mysterious" witnesses.
Labor looks to lock in minimum ‘living wage’ hike as momentum builds for Fair Work changes
Opposition Leader Bill Shorten has made a principled commitment to increase the minimum wage, saying the current rate is hard for workers to live off.
Self-proclaimed ‘King Rod’ loses appeal after being fired over unsolicited dick pic
A former Sydney Trains worker argued misadventure to the FWC, submitting he mistook the dick pic for a photo of his freshly tattooed arm.
