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Redundancy and parental leave — a legal minefield or manageable risk?

A migrant worker was awarded $20,000 after the Fair Work Commission found his dismissal was not a genuine redundancy, highlighting employers' consultation obligations and the need to protect vulnerable migrant employees.

If an employee refuses to relocate for work, can they still claim redundancy pay?

When a restructure made a financial analyst’s role redundant, he claimed his dismissal was not a genuine redundancy.

Making jobs redundant can pose significant risks for employers, including claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination. Make sure you follow a fair and proper process.

Two shift workers who were made redundant after rejecting offers to relocate and change their shift rosters have had their entitlement to redundancy pay preserved by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), after the employer had applied to reduce it to nil.

Implementing redundancies is difficult and stressful. These checklists will help ensure you follow a fair process.

If an employee has regularly worked additional hours, should this be considered when calculating redundancy entitlements?

Is your business facing redundancies, but one employee is on workers compensation? Learn the key legal protections to ensure fair treatment and avoid claims

In a recent Fair Work Commission case, a restaurant chain's failure to consult with a chef before his redundancy, despite financial difficulties, led to an unfair dismissal ruling. Employers must consult with employees about redundancy plans and alternatives, even during financial hardship, or risk unfair dismissal claims.