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Crematorium worker dismissed for mixing pet ashes
Crematorium worker dismissed for mixing pet ashes An unfair dismissal claim of a crematorium worker who “purposefully” mixed the ashes
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11 Bizarre Workplace Investigations
The truth is out there Workplace Investigations are typically done to unmask allegations and uncover information about the needs and
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Non-Disclosure Agreement: Should I Sign?
Non-Disclosure Agreement: Should I Sign? This article is written by Gary Pinchen the principal at A Whole New Approach. He
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Dismissal and swearing: Is it fair? or not fair?
Dismissal and swearing: Is it fair? or not fair? “Swearing” is a serious issue which might have been considered OK
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Employee Rights
The 4 day week: Will it actually work?
The Next big breakthrough The four-day work week has been touted by human resources experts as the next big breakthrough
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Employee Rights
Work life in Australia behind the curtains
Work life in Australia behind the curtains Before we jump on to discussing the life at workplaces in Australia, let’s
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Constructive Dismissal for employees
Constructive Dismissal for employees We have over time published various articles on forced to resign, constructive dismissal and the circumstances
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Employee Rights
Can you dismiss or bully a robot worker?
Robots and AI are increasingly taking on human-like attributes Should robot workers have the same rights as humans?, Is it
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Can you be dismissed for using medicinal cannabis at work?
Employers cast a moral view that the employee is a drug addict Medicinal cannabis in the workplace is becoming a
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Why unfair dismissal reinstatements are tough to get
Why unfair dismissal reinstatements are tough to get An unfair dismissal decision that previously saw the reinstatement of a Virgin
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Unfair dismissal claims can sometimes end with jail
Unfair dismissal claims are of course a way for Australian workers to stand up for their rights through the Fair
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General Protections
Employer says “kill” threat is his cultural right
General protections: boss says he will “kill” worker, claims cultural insensitivity A general protections case has seen the Fair Work
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Bullying
Bullying in the workplace: How do we end it?
The workplace is not always a comfort zone It takes years for a lot of employees to adjust in the
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Dismissed for being drunk: When is it fair?
Dismissed for being drunk at work: When is it fair? Being drunk at work might seem like a situation that
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Cultural diversity –How does it lead to dismissal from job?
Cultural diversity – How does it lead to dismissal from job? Firstly what is it? Cultural diversity can mean so many
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Workplace Harassment
Protection against harassment at your workplace
No one deserves to be harassed at work Unfortunately, harassment is a reality for many people, especially women. In fact,
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4 strange unfair dismissal cases you won’t believe
4 strange unfair dismissal cases you won’t believe Unfair dismissal cases are generally quite mundane and routine (but always personal).
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Unfair dismissals: 4 shocking examples at Xmas parties
Unfair dismissals: 4 shocking examples at Xmas parties. Work Christmas parties have produced many very interesting unfair dismissal cases over
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Who is supposed to be sacked for sexual harassment?
Do we really catch on the right person who is guilty? Normally, the person who is found guilty must be sacked
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Disclosing a medical condition: Your rights
Medical condition how do i manage it in the workplace Disclosing a medical condition to an employer, whether during the
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Fighting at work: Dismissal or disciplinary action?
Fighting at work: Dismissal or disciplinary action? Fighting at work is a scenario that can often lead to a fair
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Employee Rights
3 Signs You Are In A Toxic Workplace
The toxic workplace, its harm and negative effects In recent years the word ‘toxic’ has become a common way we
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General Protections
Gravely ill worker wins $238K general protections claim
Gravely ill worker wins $238K general protections claim A general protections claim has seen a stone mason win $238,231 after
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Employee Rights
Things your employer cannot do in Australia
Many migrants and foreign workers are mistreated 30 percent of the Australian workforce is foreign born. Furthermore the Federal government
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Employee Rights
Deceptive and misleading conduct: Employee rights
Being lied to, what happens The deceptive and misleading conduct of employers account for many of the calls we at
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Why it’s critical to be honest with your employer
Why it’s critical to be honest with your employer In unfair dismissal cases, the honesty of an employee is a
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Claim timelines are critical
Claim timelines and why they matter The time limits for unfair dismissal, general protections and harassment claims are critically important.
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Dismissals because of inappropriate behaviour
Inappropriate behaviour can take many forms Less than acceptable behaviour in the workplace behaviour can take many forms. From bullying
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General Protections
General protections: Bullied SBS journalist loses case
General protections: Bullied SBS journalist loses case A general protections case involving a journalist who suffered bullying while working at
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Unfair dismissal success for rail worker who hugged student
Reinstatement for rail worker who hugged student An unfair dismissal case has seen the reinstatement of a rail worker who
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Summary dismissal: How to know if yours was fair
Summary dismissal: How to know if yours was fair Summary dismissal is when employment is terminated immediately without notice due
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Dismissed pest claims discrimination
Worker claimed dismissal was discrimination Can you be dismissed for past behaviour? You have leant your lesson. Everybody is entitled
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Dismissal drugs alcohol in the workplace
Seriously jeopardize your job and career Its is surprising how many calls get from employees dismissed for drinking / doing
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