Gary Pinchen
Dismissed for being too old
A chauffeur employed by the Indian consulate in Sydney who was forced to retire the moment he turned 65 has won his unfair dismissal case.
Dismissed For Stopping a Robbery
The Fair Work Commission has reinstated a Tasmanian BWS employee who was dismissed for lowering a roller door during a “swarming” theft. The employee had
Workplace Suicide: When Toxic Bosses Push Workers Too Far
Workplace suicide: Police officer’s death sparks explosive bullying inquiry Employer fined $380K after workplace suicide According to the International Association for Suicide Prevention, up to
Sleeping on the Job: Employee Wins Unfair Dismissal Payout
Security guard caught asleep with sports stream on phone gets dismissed A security surveillance officer who was fired for falling asleep in his personal vehicle
LinkedIn Grief: What a Viral Post Reveals About Work
LinkedIn Grief and the workplace LinkedIn Grief shows how toxic work culture often reveals itself at the worst possible moment. It does not always appear
Unfair dismissal and the 21-day deadline: why waiting for proof can cost your claim
Unfair Dismissal and the 21 day rule When a dismissal feels wrong, many employees wait for the “smoking gun”. They wait for a job advertisement,
Scrupulosity at Work: When High Standards Start Running the Show
Most people want to do good work. They want to meet deadlines, support their team, and feel proud of what they produce. That drive can
Employee Disgruntlement and the $600 Million Workplace Fire
Dismissal is not always the answer A recent warehouse fire in Ontario, California has put one workplace issue into view. Employee disgruntlement. Authorities allege that
Gen Z Workers: Unprepared and Dismissed in Today’s Workplace?
In recent years, discussions about younger employees entering the workforce have intensified across industries. Managers, recruiters and senior professionals frequently debate whether new entrants arrive
A peacock, a chicken and the strange power of pretty privilege
Pretty Privilege In late September 2025, a story out of Florida captured global attention for its bizarre and uncomfortable details. According to reports, a man