Unfairly dismissed remote worker wins $13,000 compo: Lessons in handling performance management Human Resources Shane Koelmeyer 14 November 2019 A recent unfair dismissal case shows how performance management can be a challenging process, especially when employees are working remotely.
“WorkChoices 2.0”: Furor as Coalition backbenchers call for SME unfair dismissal exemption Politics Matthew Elmas 13 August 2019 Political rhetoric on proposed changes to workplace laws is ramping up amid reports Coalition MPs want SMEs exempted from unfair dismissal laws.
“Not working”: Fair dismissal code reforms target go-away money cases Legal Matthew Elmas 6 August 2019 Small business ombudsman Kate Carnell has recommended a raft of changes to the controversial Small Business Fair Dismissal Code.
Long-time pelican feeder sacked after a heated confrontation wins unfair dismissal case Legal Shane Koelmeyer 5 August 2019 The FWC has recently ordered the reinstatement of a dedicated pelican feeder, finding his dismissal was without valid reason and procedural fairness.
Brisbane tech company hit with record $125,000 fine after failing to compensate unfairly dismissed worker Legal Dominic Powell 22 August 2018 A Brisbane-based technology company has been slapped with a record fine by FWO for failing to repay a former employee who was unfairly dismissed.
Toyota worker awarded $68,000 in compensation after being sacked over allegations of inappropriate workplace relationships Legal Dominic Powell 23 July 2018 A former Toyota worker has been awarded nearly $70,000 in compensation after the Fair Work Commission found he was unfairly dismissed.
