How to ensure a dismissal complies with the Fair Work Act.
Can punching a work colleague ever be justified?
Punched co-worker in the face: dismissal not unfair
An employee was dismissed after he published content on social media deemed to be offensive.
Wrongful dismissal
Do you know what the high income threshold is and how it can impact an unfair dismissal claim?
Allowance tips income over unfair dismissal threshold
Ensure a redundancy is genuine and avoid an unfair dismissal claim.
Two jobs into one: redundancy or dismissal?
How to avoid a harsh, unjust or unfair dismissal claim.
Dismissal of abusive worker justified but unfair
When is an employer able to dismiss an employee due to long-term illness?
Absence due to illness or injury – can you dismiss?
A judge found reinstatement to be a suitable option despite the employer's claims.
Stress no barrier to reinstatement
Do you know the termination rules? Can you sack someone on annual leave?
Can you dismiss someone on annual leave?
Tempted to dismiss someone who takes regular leave? Understand general protection provisions.
Can you dismiss for ongoing sick leave?
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